Dropbox shares sank Friday as several analysts reduced their ratings on the stock following the company's financial report.  ( 18 min )

Turnover is an accounting concept that measures how quickly a business either collects cash from accounts receivable or sells its inventory. Learn why it matters.  ( 26 min )

Wells Fargo CD rates are tiered for most of their terms and require a relatively high minimum deposit. Here's what to know before you open a CD with the bank.  ( 21 min )

USAA Bank offers many competitive CD options that consumers can choose from to fit their financial goals. Find out if USAA Bank CDs are right for you.  ( 21 min )

Considering a new certificate of deposit (CD) account? Learn more about Truist Bank’s CD, its terms, rates, account features, and early withdrawal penalties.  ( 21 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can be invested for short-term and long-term gain, using strategies that boost the growth potential of these safer instruments.  ( 28 min )

The Federal Reserve needs more time and data to ensure inflation is truly subdued before cutting its key interest rate, Mary Daly, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and a member of the Fed’s policy committee, said Friday.  ( 19 min )

A liquid asset is an asset that can easily be converted into cash within a short amount of time.  ( 32 min )

The producer price index is a monthly measure of change in the prices received by domestic producers.  ( 28 min )

The Trade Desk beat estimates for fourth-quarter revenue and current-quarter guidance on its offerings to advertisers.  ( 17 min )

Super Micro Computer shares jumped early Friday before moving sharply lower. The stock surged above $1,000 on Thursday amid expectations that company could see significant gains from the artificial intelligence boom.  ( 19 min )

Dealing with debt and managing your budget can feel daunting and overwhelming. Learn how to find a credit counselor who can help you gain control of your money.  ( 24 min )

Toast Inc. joins the wave of tech layoffs as it announces job cuts of 550 employees. After the news, its shares jumped more than 15% Friday.  ( 18 min )

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In a period of high inflation, certificates of deposit (CDs) can lose purchasing power, making them a poor investment.  ( 26 min )

Cost per thousand or CPM is a marketing term that's used to denote the cost an advertiser pays per one thousand advertisement impressions on a web page.  ( 26 min )

A debt management plan can help you regain control of your finances. Learn how to choose a debt management plan and how it differs from debt relief or debt settlement.  ( 24 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 after a report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 17 min )

Roku's average revenue per user dropped 4% from a year ago and the streaming service warned about challenges ahead, sending shares tumbling in early trading Friday.  ( 18 min )

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Michael Burry, the “Big Short” investor, is known for predicting and profiting from the subprime mortgage crisis.  ( 27 min )

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After climbing almost a quarter point over two days, rates on 30-year mortgages have dropped back. Rates for almost every new purchase and refi loan type were also down.  ( 21 min )

Market hours for Tokyo, London, and New York comprise the three trading sessions that determine volatility peaks. Find out why.  ( 26 min )

Family offices are private wealth management advisory firms that serve ultra-high-net-worth individuals.  ( 26 min )

There are five criteria companies must meet before options on their stocks can be traded. Learn more about the requirements for a stock to have options.  ( 24 min )

Vanguard offers brokered CDs through various banks with competitive rates and a wide range of terms. Learn all the details here.  ( 21 min )

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Women in this age group seek professions offering high pay and independence. Here are jobs that are wide open for women over 50.  ( 26 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can help you reach your savings goals. Learn how CDs work and whether they're worth it.  ( 29 min )

Millions of people were removed from the Medicaid rolls last year after pandemic-era protections expired. That's contributed to a 16% increase in people utilizing the Affordable Care Act's marketplace.  ( 19 min )

Certificates of deposit (CD) work differently than other bank and credit union accounts. Find out how CDs operate and how you can make them work for you.  ( 26 min )

Applied Materials shares rose sharply in pre-market trading Friday after the chip equipment maker beat analysts' forecasts and issued strong current-quarter guidance. Monitor this key indicator on the chart.  ( 19 min )

Investors will monitor producer price index data due this morning for signs of where inflation is going, shares in Coinbase and Applied Materials are soaring on quarterly earnings beats, and China’s BYD is reportedly scouting out locations for a Mexican factory. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Incorporation is the legal process by which a business entity is formed. A corporation is a separate legal entity from its owners.  ( 31 min )

Learn the differences between private equity and venture capital, particularly in terms of how these types of firms invest and operate.  ( 23 min )

Coinbase shares moved sharply higher after the crypto exchange posted strong quarterly results driven by driven by growth in transaction volumes. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 20 min )

When a CD reaches its maturity date, you have a few options. In this guide, we'll take you through them.  ( 25 min )

Financial modeling involves creating a spreadsheet of a company's costs and income to use in calculating the impact of a future event or decision.  ( 25 min )

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If AI in 2023 was all about the big companies like Nvidia, Google, and Microsoft, 2024 is shaping up to be about the smaller players catching the wave.  ( 61 min )

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Roku's near-term headwinds are dampening sentiment despite an overall strong Q4 earnings report.  ( 62 min )

Shares in Super Micro Computer Inc were down almost 12% on Friday after hitting a record high earlier in the session and closing Thursday's session up more than 250% for the year-to-date as investors have been betting on the stock as a big beneficiary of strong artificial intelligence technology demand. Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers started covering the stock on Friday with an equal weight rating, saying the shares were already discounting "solid upside". "SMCI's AI-fueled fundamental momentum, underpinned by engineering-first differentiation, has been nothing less than remarkable and should support some sustainable valuation re-rate," said Rakers in a research note.  ( 60 min )

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Investors are bracing for a potential producer price inflation surprise after the CPI report spooked markets.  ( 65 min )

In a truly educational call on the Dave Ramsey Show, David from Dallas, Texas, brought forward a financial dilemma that many younger individuals face. At 29 years old and fresh off a divorce, David moved from Switzerland — where he had a steady job — back to the United States. He's been living with friends full-time while pondering what to do with the rest of his life. After letting David vent, Ramsey, who is known for his blunt and straightforward financial advice, showed a bit of his lighter s  ( 61 min )

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This cheaper-than-Nvidia alternative could spring a surprise in 2024 by delivering stronger-than-expected growth.  ( 62 min )

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Applied Materials just beat earnings once -- and promised to do it again.  ( 61 min )

Lagging monetization overshadowed an otherwise strong quarter.  ( 61 min )

Now up 980% over the last year, Super Micro Computer has been one of the stock market's biggest AI winners.  ( 61 min )

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Roku's latest financials are out, and they're turning heads -- in some surprising ways. Learn what this could mean for your portfolio.  ( 62 min )

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U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in January amid strong gains in the costs of services, which could amplify worries that inflation was picking up. The producer price index for final demand rose 0.3% last month after declining by a revised 0.1% in December, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Friday. The increase ended three straight monthly decreases in the PPI.  ( 59 min )

Investors looking to own winning stocks need to know which sectors are outperforming other sectors when making purchase decisions. With real estate investment trusts (REITs), subsectors go in and out of favor based on economic news, earnings and technical indicators such as being overbought or oversold. A few months ago, office REITs were trouncing other subsectors. However, over the last week, healthcare REITs have emerged as the new leader among REITs. The healthcare REIT sub sector was not a  ( 63 min )

The $280 million the Australian exec earned as Tesla board chair has put her in the hot seat.  ( 62 min )

Wholesale prices in the United States accelerated in January, the latest sign that some inflation pressures in the economy remain elevated. Should inflation return to the Fed's 2% target, high borrowing rates would likely no longer be deemed necessary.  ( 61 min )

QuantumScape is looking to shake up the electric-vehicle market with its new solid-state batteries.  ( 62 min )

AI could spark the fourth industrial revolution. One company is positioned to be the clear winner.  ( 63 min )

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Two standouts duke it out. One is easily the better buy today.  ( 62 min )

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How we deal with what lies ahead for Gen X will set the precedent for decades and generations to come.  ( 61 min )

There are a couple of different sets of rules around inherited IRAs and you're subject to theleast flexible. While there are more options for a spouse or someone who's chronically ill ordisabled, a minor child, or someone not more than 10 years younger than the deceased IRAowner, you have just 10 years to withdraw the […] The post My Dad Left Me $450k in an IRA, But I’m in the 32% Tax Bracket. How Should I Structure My Withdrawals? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 62 min )

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Investors are bracing for a potential producer price inflation surprise after the CPI report spooked markets.  ( 61 min )

These two companies are also on track to win from the growing demand for AI chips.  ( 64 min )

Find the latest ConocoPhillips (COP) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Find the latest Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Does Medical Properties Trust's low price make up for its high risk?  ( 62 min )

Supermicro stock is soaring, but can it keep up the momentum?  ( 63 min )

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Wall Street's main indexes have recovered after a setback earlier in the week following a hotter-than-expected consumer prices report. January's slump in U.S. retail sales has revived optimism about rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in the first half of the year. Traders' bets are tilted towards June as the start of the Fed's easing cycle, with 34.8% betting on a rate cut as soon as May, according to the CME Group's FedWatch tool.  ( 61 min )

These companies are serving up magnificent performance, and their stocks are still deeply undervalued.  ( 63 min )

Nvidia's earnings report next week could test the broader stock market rally. Then again, investors have taken this view for much of the past year and the market has powered through.  ( 63 min )

If inflation doesn’t cool, the market could sell off again. Here's what experts say retirement savers should do.  ( 63 min )

Bill.com is sacrificing some of its rapid growth to reach profitability, and its stock could be a great long-term investment as a result.  ( 63 min )

Analysts are quite bullish about these beaten-down stocks.  ( 62 min )

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Profiting from AI could mean casting a wide net with your stock portfolio.  ( 63 min )

Energy Transfer's expansion strategy is paying big dividends.  ( 62 min )

Forget about Berkshire's 13F -- this ongoing move by the Oracle of Omaha and his team is far more important.  ( 64 min )

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Wall Street's hottest trend, artificial intelligence (AI), has led to mixed feelings among billionaire investors.  ( 65 min )

Investors dumped cash and continued to pour money into equities, particularly tech stocks, and investment grade bonds in the week to Wednesday, Bank of America said in a report on Friday. There were inflows of $16.1 billion to stocks, and $11.6 billion to bonds, compared to outflows of $18.4 billion from cash, the most in eight weeks, BofA said in its weekly roundup of fund flows in and out of world markets, using EPFR data. The relentless and rapid rise of large U.S. tech stocks - often referred to as the Magnificent Seven - in part driven by optimism around generative AI - has powered U.S. shares higher in recent months.  ( 61 min )

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"There's this very powerful and seductive narrative around a soft landing and we're just not seeing it in the data."  ( 61 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 after a report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures sank and bond yields jumped in early trading Friday after data showed wholesale prices rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Investors will monitor producer price index data due this morning for signs of where inflation is going, shares in Coinbase and Applied Materials are soaring on quarterly earnings beats, and China’s BYD is reportedly scouting out locations for a Mexican factory. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Applied Materials shares rose sharply in pre-market trading Friday after the chip equipment maker beat analysts' forecasts and issued strong current-quarter guidance. Monitor this key indicator on the chart.  ( 1 min )

Een Europese wet die de rechtsbescherming van platformwerkers zoals maaltijdbezorgers en Uber-chauffeurs moet verbeteren, is voorlopig van tafel. De lidstaten van de Europese Unie zijn het niet eens geworden over de tekst.  ( 3 min )

Tienduizenden boeren krijgen alsnog het hele subsidiebedrag voor hun groene activiteiten. Eerder hadden ze nog te horen gekregen dat er niet genoeg geld was. Demissionair minister Piet Adema (Landbouw) mag 50 miljoen euro aan de subsidiepot toevoegen.  ( 9 min )

De overheid heeft voor 887 miljoen euro aan schulden en betalingsachterstanden van toeslagenouders overgenomen of kwijtgescholden. Ook hebben bijna 84.000 gedupeerde jongeren "een financieel steuntje in de rug ontvangen", meldt demissionair staatssecretaris Aukje de Vries (Toeslagen).  ( 10 min )

Onder meer de supermarktketens Albert Heijn, SPAR, Dirk, DekaMarkt en PLUS roepen chocoladekoekjes per direct terug. Ook warenhuisketen HEMA heeft daartoe besloten. De koekjes met verschillende houdbaarheidsdata kunnen metaaldeeltjes bevatten.  ( 8 min )

Vakbond FNV wil opnieuw met de NS praten over de cao voor medewerkers van de spoorvervoerder. Slechts een kleine meerderheid van 51 procent van de vakbondsleden stemde voor het cao-akkoord. De vakbond vindt dat er niet genoeg draagvlak is.  ( 9 min )

Reizigers die dit voorjaar en in de zomer via Schiphol op vakantie gaan, hoeven geen chaos te verwachten bij het inchecken en bij de beveiliging. De luchthaven heeft genoeg personeel om de stroom mensen aan te kunnen.  ( 9 min )

Handelaren betaalden vrijdagochtend minder dan 25 euro voor een megawattuur gas. Ook eerder deze week was dat het geval. Het is voor het eerst sinds afgelopen zomer dat gas zo goedkoop was.  ( 9 min )

Bij de enige Nederlandse fabriek voor personenauto's gaat vrijdag de laatste auto de hal uit. Het contract van VDL Nedcar met opdrachtgever BMW loopt eind deze maand af en een vervanger is niet gevonden. Duizenden mensen raken hun baan kwijt.  ( 10 min )

Nike schrapt 2 procent van zijn banen wereldwijd. Dat komt neer op zo'n zestienhonderd arbeidsplaatsen. Reden van de reorganisatie zijn achterblijvende verkopen, waardoor de fabrikant van sportartikelen wil snijden in zijn kosten.  ( 8 min )

Energiebedrijven brengen klanten die stroom opwekken met zonnepanelen steeds vaker terugleverkosten in rekening. Toezichthouder ACM is een onderzoek gestart naar de hoogte van die extra kosten.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal vluchten van en naar Schiphol komt dit jaar waarschijnlijk uit rond de 470.000. Dat is een flinke toename ten opzichte van de 441.000 van vorig jaar. Dat meldt de luchthavenbeheerder vrijdag bij de publicatie van zijn jaarcijfers.  ( 10 min )

Vijf claimclubs en verzekeraar Achmea zijn akkoord over een compensatieregeling voor mensen met een woekerpolis. De verzekeraar trekt hier 60 miljoen euro voor uit. Daarvoor in ruil beloven de organisaties geen verdere juridische stappen te ondernemen.  ( 9 min )

Vijf claimclubs en verzekeraar Achmea zijn akkoord over een compensatieregeling voor mensen met een woekerpolis. De verzekeraar trekt hier 60 miljoen euro voor uit. Daarvoor in ruil beloven de organisaties geen verdere juridische stappen te ondernemen.  ( 9 min )

Huizenkopers zetten bij het afsluiten van een hypotheek hun rente steeds vaker voor slechts vijf jaar vast. Ook de 10-jaarsrente wint snel aan populariteit. Maar dat brengt risico's met zich mee, zeggen Van Bruggen Adviesgroep en vergelijkingssite Independer.  ( 10 min )

David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital added positions in New York Community Bancorp. and First Citizens BancShares, both regional lenders that bought assets of troubled banks last year.  ( 1 min )

A mortgage is a loan used to purchase or maintain real estate.  ( 32 min )

Lyft investors who got hammered in Tuesday's typo-driven turbulence may be hoping to hail a ride to the nearest courthouse. They may not get very far, however.  ( 19 min )

David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital added positions in New York Community Bancorp. and First Citizens BancShares, both regional lenders that bought assets of troubled banks last year.  ( 19 min )

There are three ways to do your taxes: DIY, with software, or by paying someone else. Compare your options and learn what you info you need to gather beforehand.  ( 23 min )

Learn how interest earned on a certificate of deposit is taxed and how this may reduce the total return of an investment within a CD.  ( 24 min )

A put option grants the right to the owner to sell some amount of the underlying security at a specified price, on or before the option expires.  ( 32 min )

Super Micro Computer shares soared 14% to a record high Thursday as analysts said the provider of computing, storage, and networking solutions could see significant gains from the artificial intelligence boom.  ( 17 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

Aside from interest rates and inflation, the exchange rate is one of the most important determinants of a country's level of economic health.  ( 27 min )

Retirement planning can be a bit overwhelming but you’ll be well on your way to generating a solid plan if you know the answers to these six questions.  ( 27 min )

Usually, the best CD rates are found at smaller banks and credit unions. But right now, some of the nation's biggest banks are offering at least one CD paying 5% or better.  ( 20 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, despite a report showing a sharper-than-anticipated decline in retail sales in January.  ( 17 min )

Shares of Albemarle gained close to 3% Thursday after the world’s biggest lithium producer reported record annual revenue boosted by new subsidiary Ketjen's sales.  ( 18 min )

Capital One Bank sometimes offers promotional incentives for new accounts. Find out if any of the bank’s current promotions make sense for you.  ( 20 min )

A letter of credit is a letter from a bank guaranteeing that a buyer’s payment will be received on time and for the correct amount. Here’s how letters of credit work.  ( 28 min )

Shake Shack Inc. posted better-than-expected earnings results and a strong outlook for this year, sending shares soaring 26% Thursday.  ( 18 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) and bonds are among the safest investment choices. Both are types of loans for interest, but there are key differences.  ( 27 min )

Analysts and investors use indicators to track and predict trends in both the stock market and the overall economy. Learn what some of them are and why they're used.  ( 25 min )

Deere shares lost ground Thursday after the agricultural equipment maker lowered its full-year guidance in anticipation of customers holding off on replenishing their fleets.  ( 18 min )

Japan's chipmaker Renesas said it will acquire Australia-listed software company Altium for $5.9 billion  ( 18 min )

Stellantis shares jumped Thursday after the automaker reported record high revenue and profit for 2023, and announced a $3.2 billion buyback program.  ( 18 min )

Director of the White House's Council of Economic Advisors Lael Brainard said Thursday consumers are still dealing with high grocery costs but changing their habits could influence pricing.  ( 19 min )

CD rates can determine how much room your money has to grow. Learn whether it makes sense to buy CDs when rates are low.  ( 26 min )

A descending channel is a chart pattern showing a downward price trend. Parallel trendlines connect the lower highs and lower lows of a security's price.  ( 23 min )

U.S. retail sales in January slumped by 0.8%, breaking a trend of unexpected consumer strength, with building materials and motor vehicles leading the declines.  ( 18 min )

Personal loans for health care workers offer fixed rates and monthly payments, making them a predictable and affordable option to consider.  ( 26 min )

Personal loans are available for consumers who went through bankruptcy, but they tend to be expensive.  ( 27 min )

A range of online companies offer personal loans for $35,000 or more with reasonable rates and terms.  ( 26 min )

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act bans discrimination based on receiving public assistance like disability benefits. Learn how to get a personal loan while on disability.  ( 25 min )

The expense ratio measures how much of a fund's assets are used for administrative and other operating expenses.  ( 25 min )

A smart home is a home setup where internet-enabled appliances and devices can be automatically controlled remotely using a networked device.  ( 29 min )

Learn about callable certificates of deposit (CDs) and how they offer higher yield returns than regular certificates of deposit, but with a catch.  ( 25 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 after a slew of economic data, with retail sales dropping more than expected in January.  ( 18 min )

These inexpensive and undervalued stocks are top performers with strong upside potential based on the company’s price-to-book ratio.  ( 22 min )

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the interest charged for borrowing that represents the actual yearly cost of the loan, including fees, expressed as a percentage.  ( 30 min )

Retail sales tracks consumer demand for finished goods by measuring the purchases of durable and non-durable goods over a defined period of time.  ( 26 min )

The Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) is an act that allows a minor to receive gifts such as money, real estate, and fine art without aid.  ( 27 min )

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management sold the majority of its stake in home improvement retailer Lowe's Co. in the fourth quarter of 2023.  ( 18 min )

Walmart Inc. is projected to report continued advances in revenue and online sales for the latest quarter, but earnings could come in lower and growth from comparable store sales may have softened.  ( 19 min )

Gross domestic product in Japan and the U.K. declined for two consecutive quarters in the second half, data showed Thursday.  ( 18 min )

An excerpt from "Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires," by Shomari Wills.  ( 24 min )

Though countless companies claim to be championing equal opportunities within the workforce, many have yet to see this reflected in their paychecks.  ( 30 min )

American investor, businesswoman, and financial educator Mellody Hobson escaped from poverty to become one of the world’s most influential people.  ( 26 min )

In a sealed-bid auction, bidders submit one offer without knowing what anyone else has bid. Learn how this system is used in government contracts and real estate.  ( 24 min )

Pete Buttigieg is the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. Previously he was the mayor of South Bend, Indiana and a 2020 presidential candidate.  ( 26 min )

Adriana Kugler is the first Latina member of the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors.  ( 28 min )

These are the top tech stocks under $50 for February 2024, based on their 30-day price increases.  ( 20 min )

Day trading using leveraged exchange traded funds (ETFs) is a high-risk undertaking but can return profit due to the volatile nature of the trade structure.  ( 28 min )

Isabella Casillas Guzman is the administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) and was director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.  ( 25 min )

Gary Gensler is chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Formerly head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, he led the reform of the swaps market.  ( 25 min )

Core retail sales is an economic indicator of the strength of retail in the U.S. It excludes certain highly volatile categories such as gasoline.  ( 24 min )

New tax laws in 2017 created a 20% deduction for pass-through business income through 2025. Here's how it works and how your business might benefit.  ( 29 min )

A promissory note is a financial instrument that contains a written promise by one party to pay another party a definite sum of money.  ( 30 min )

Henry Paulson served as the 74th U.S. secretary of the Treasury and played a major role during the worldwide financial crisis in 2007-2008.  ( 25 min )

The number of Latinx/Hispanic and Asian American CEOs at Fortune 500 companies has grown over the past decade, but Black representation remains stagnant.  ( 31 min )

Find out what to do if your employer doesn't offer a 401(k) retirement savings plan, including alternative investment options.  ( 28 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase mortgages have climbed almost a quarter point in the last two days, raising the average to its most expensive level since mid-December.  ( 20 min )

Henrietta 'Hetty' Howland Robinson Green amassed a $100 million fortune on Wall Street and was the richest woman in the world when she died in 1916.  ( 30 min )

Alice Jarcho was the second woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and the first woman to hold a position as a full-time floor broker.  ( 24 min )

Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman on the future of stock exchanges and the impact of technologies like AI and Blockchain on global capital markets.  ( 33 min )

Minority groups are largely underrepresented in the U.S. judicial system.  ( 33 min )

These are six of the best-performing growth stocks for February 2024, based on above-average price returns over the past year.  ( 20 min )

Billionaire Dan Loeb's Third Point Capital exited its position in Alphabet and significantly reduced its stake in Uber in the fourth quarter, while also trimming positions in Amazon, Microsoft and Taiwan Semiconductor, according to the company's latest 13-F filling.  ( 18 min )

Grunt work is an expression that describes menial, sometimes tedious work. In finance, it refers to work typically performed by lower-ranking employees.  ( 23 min )

HUD runs programs intended to support homeownership, increase the number and availability of safe and affordable rentals, reduce homelessness, and fight housing discrimination.  ( 29 min )

Racism was once allowed to impact VA programs intended to help active and veteran service members buy, build, improve, and refinance homes. Fair Housing laws apply now.  ( 29 min )

The Housing Improvement Program (HIP) provides grants to Native Americans and Alaska Natives to buy, replace, repair, and renovate their homes.  ( 28 min )

Solar, wind, and nuclear power are the sources of energy that compete with fossil fuels—oil, natural gas, and coal–in global energy markets. Learn more about them.  ( 26 min )

A First Notice of Loss (FNOL) is the initial report made to an insurer following a loss, theft, or damage of an insured asset. Learn how to file a first notice of loss.  ( 27 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sold off about 10 million shares or nearly $2 billion of Apple stock in the final quarter of 2023, according to the firm's 13-F filing.  ( 18 min )

These publicly traded companies using artificial intelligence to innovate in their industries are worth watching based on a minimum daily trading volume of 1 million shares.  ( 20 min )

An exchange traded commodity (ETC) could be colloquially used to refer to a commodity ETF, but an ETC is actually a product name for a specific type of security.  ( 27 min )

These are the best cheap dividend stocks for February 2024 based on yield.  ( 20 min )

Certificate of deposit (CD) accounts may be better suited to some savers than others. Learn the pros and cons of using CDs to save.  ( 26 min )

Nvidia will report its fourth-quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, Feb. 21, with analysts expecting the chipmaker's revenue could more than triple from a year earlier amid a boom in demand for artificial intelligence chips.  ( 18 min )

Retail sales data are expected to show the continued strength of the U.S. consumer, while Cisco's weak guidance and job cuts are dragging the stock. Investors await earnings from Applied Materials and crypto exchange Coinbase after the closing bell. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

AppLovin shares jumped more than 20% in pre-market trading Thursday after the company delivered strong quarterly results, issued an upbeat first-quarter outlook and expanded its stock buyback program. Here's an important chart level to monitor.  ( 19 min )

Elon Musk is an American business icon and one of the richest people in the world.  ( 32 min )

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Cisco shares slumped after the legacy computing giant issued softer-than-expected guidance amid macro uncertainty. Monitor this key chart indicator.  ( 19 min )

You can't give a CD to another adult, but you can give one to a child. In this article, we'll explain how.  ( 25 min )

Appaloosa reduced its positions in chipmakers AMD, Qualcomm, TSMC and Intel, while boosting its holdings of Alibaba and Amazon, and initiating large positions in Oracle Corp and the ARK Innovation ETF.  ( 19 min )

ETF dividends may be paid to the investors or reinvested in the exchange-traded fund. Either way, the investor gets the amount due in proportion to the number of shares held.  ( 29 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) vary in length, but there are some standard terms. Find out more about the most common maturities to choose for your savings goals.  ( 25 min )

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The company hopes to engineer a 1-for-20 reverse stock split.  ( 61 min )

Opendoor's Carrie Wheeler (LinkedIn, Getty)Opendoor reported its second consecutive quarterly loss, though it narrowed its year-ago deficit. The iBuyer lost $91 million after shedding $106 million in the third quarter, according to its earnings report. That was significantly less than the $399 million it frittered away in the same period of 2022. Opendoor’s revenue was $870 million last quarter, down […]  ( 61 min )

Coinbase posted its first quarterly profit in two years, marking a potential turning point for the largest US cryptocurrency exchange.  ( 62 min )

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Nvidia has a P/E ratio of 97, which dwarfs all of its trillion-dollar peers. And fellow chipmakers haven't seen the same type of meteoric gains.  ( 61 min )

The communications software company's mixed guidance overshadowed an otherwise solid quarterly report.  ( 61 min )

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Nvidia quickly exceeded my stock price prediction for 2024.  ( 60 min )

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Super Micro Computer is just the latest beneficiary of a soaring number of businesses utilizing AI computing power.  ( 61 min )

The provider of servers used for artificial intelligence (AI) applications got a significant vote of confidence.  ( 61 min )

You can only imagine the knowledge that's shared when billionaire Mark Cuban and financial guru Dave Ramsey get together. When the two sat down on "The Ramsey Show" in November 2022, the conversation quickly turned to credit card debt. "If you use your credit cards, you do not want to be rich," Cuban said. "That's my favorite line; I tell it to people all the time." Both Cuban and Ramsey went on to explain the perils of credit card debt, with Cuban making it clear that the best place to invest i  ( 61 min )

Are penny stocks a must-have or a must-avoid? Well, that depends on who you ask. There’s no middle ground when it comes to these tickers trading for less than $5 per share; those on the Street are either fans or harsh critics. Both sides make sense. The naysayers argue that the bargain price is just too good to be true, with it potentially indicating there are problems hiding beneath the surface like weak fundamentals or overwhelming headwinds. However, the investors that are pro-penny stocks ju  ( 63 min )

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The hype around artificial intelligence may finally be normalizing, at least according to company earnings calls over the past two quarters.  ( 62 min )

Traders in the U.S. equity options market are betting Nvidia's upcoming earnings report could spur a massive move in the shares of the world's most dominant artificial intelligence chipmaker. Nvidia, up about 50% this year, could see its shares swing by about 11% in either direction following its quarterly results on Feb. 21, according to data from options analytics service ORATS. With Nvidia's market capitalization at $1.8 trillion, a move of that size would make for a potential swing in market value of about $200 billion.  ( 61 min )

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In an eye-opening exchange on the Dave Ramsey Show, Jeremy from Tulsa, Oklahoma, brought forward a financial dilemma that many young graduates might find themselves in. With a combined student loan debt of $300,000, Jeremy and his wife, both recent graduates at the time, were contemplating an unconventional strategy to navigate their financial quagmire: investing in a rental property. Dave Ramsey, known for his straightforward financial advice, was quick to address the gravity of their situation  ( 61 min )

Warren Buffett, the esteemed billionaire investor and head of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., once made a strategic acquisition that underscores the value of entrepreneurial spirit and shrewd business acumen. In 1983, Buffett purchased 90% of Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM), a company started with a $500 investment, for approximately $60 million. The founder of NFM, Rose “Mrs. B” Blumkin, demonstrated extraordinary capability in growing her business from humble beginnings to a national leader in the home  ( 62 min )

The Google parent is having car troubles.  ( 61 min )

The Biden Administration is easing its restrictions on banking giant Wells Fargo, saying the bank has sufficiently fixed its toxic culture after years of scandals. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the regulator of big national banks like Wells, terminated its consent order on Thursday that had been in place since September 2016.  ( 60 min )

The concept of wealth in America is undergoing significant transformation, highlighted by the increasing movement of high-income earners in search of financial prosperity and a better quality of life. This shift, exemplified by moves like Jeff Bezos’s relocation from Washington to Florida, illuminates a broader pursuit of favorable tax policies, lifestyle preferences and burgeoning business opportunities. Bezos’s strategic decision to move, potentially saving up to $600 million in taxes, encapsu  ( 61 min )

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Find the latest L'OREAL UNSPON ADR EACH REP 0.2 (LRLCY) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Rivian will introduce its highly anticipated next-generation EV platform next month.  ( 61 min )

Some of Wall Street’s biggest investors made new bets on technology giants in the fourth quarter, loading up on stakes in Amazon, Alphabet, Alibaba and Nvidia.  ( 63 min )

In a move that echoes Warren Buffett's value investing principles, Ian Jacobs is making a contrarian bet on San Francisco’s beleaguered downtown real-estate market. Jacobs, who cut his teeth in the world of high-stakes investing by once seeking an apprenticeship with the legendary Buffett, is no stranger to going against the grain. “He wrote Warren a letter that said, ‘You're my role model and I'd like to make you a value proposition — I'll pay you $500 a week for the opportunity to intern for y  ( 62 min )

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) stock closed at $27.11 at the end of the trading session on February 14. The 52-week price range is $25.76 and $43.37, On January 30, the pharma giant released its earnings for the year ending December 31, 2023. During fiscal 2023, the company returned $9.2 billion to shareholders in the form of dividends, or $1.64 per share. Pfizer currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, equating to $1.68 per share annually and giving its stock a yield of about 6.20% based  ( 61 min )

Digital World said a registration statement for its proposed merger with Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the owner of social media platform Truth Social, was declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Shares of the blank-check acquisition firm were last trading up 20% at $52.16, having touched a session high of $56.3.  ( 60 min )

After an SEC filing revealed Nvidia had stakes in a few smaller AI companies, their stocks went soaring.  ( 63 min )

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Meta Platforms Inc., under the leadership of CEO Mark Zuckerberg, flagged an unusual concern to its investors in its latest report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company’s 10-K filing, an exhaustive review of its activities for 2023, for the first time listed the CEO’s penchant for high-adrenaline hobbies as a “risk factor,” hinting at the potential for “serious injury and death.” Zuckerberg, 39, is known for his adventurous streak, engaging in activities like hydro  ( 61 min )

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Most everyone understands the U.S. national debt is not on a long-term sustainable path, but no one seems sure when the breaking point might be for real-world consequences. In a recent "60 Minutes" interview, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell brought up the elephant in the room, stressing that it's now "time, or past time, to get back to an adult conversation among elected officials about getting the federal government back on a sustainable fiscal path." Frustration and worry were visibly a  ( 60 min )

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The widely followed growth stock investor is adding to some of her winning holdings on Wednesday.  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- While many on Wall Street are going to great lengths to avoid Chinese stocks, some analysts are telling clients to consider local chip companies. The caveat: it might take a while to see the benefits.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionPutin Steps Into US Race to Back ‘Old-Style’ Biden Over TrumpHawaii Rightly Rejects Supreme Court’s Gun NonsenseDozens of Banks Rapidly Piled Up Commercial Property LoansWall Street  ( 63 min )

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These two telecom companies possess different strengths and weaknesses, but one edges out the other.  ( 62 min )

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New York Community Bancorp has more than $18.7 billion in reciprocal deposit capacity to offer its customers expanded deposit insurance, the lender said on Thursday, as it looks to win investor confidence after a steep selloff in its shares. It will also hold meetings and events with institutional investors in February and March, the bank disclosed in a regulatory filing. Shares in the bank have slumped nearly 55% since Jan.31 and triggered credit rating downgrades after it posted a surprise fourth-quarter loss due to its loans tied to the stressed commercial real estate sector and cut its dividend.  ( 60 min )

While I love big dividends, Altria doesn't align with my personal values.  ( 62 min )

Investing in this growth stock could deliver fantastic returns for growth stock investors in the long run.  ( 60 min )

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Super Micro Computer has been an incredible investment story in a short time.  ( 62 min )

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These stocks have what it takes to drive superior returns in the years to come.  ( 64 min )

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Selling your home to downsize can make your retirement more financially stable, but if you have a profit on the sale you might owe capital gains taxes. Fortunately, in many cases those selling their primary residence who are single can exclude $250,000 from capital gains taxes, while married couples filing jointly can exclude $500,000. Employing […] The post We’re Selling Our House and Netting $550k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can We Avoid Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by  ( 61 min )

Find the latest Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Global Payments Inc. (GPN) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Find the latest Omnicom Group Inc. (OMC) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Quality is a key criterion when selecting dividend stocks for a long-term portfolio.  ( 62 min )

Find the latest SHF Holdings, Inc. (SHFS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

These two high-yield energy stocks offer investors attractive value and the opportunity for years of income ahead.  ( 62 min )

Winners can keep winning, and these stocks have the fundamentals to soar in 2024.  ( 63 min )

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The aerospace recovery remains on track, but there are better ways to invest in it than the headline names.  ( 62 min )

This week saw the stock market's biggest one-day drop — and bounce back. But has anything changed?  ( 62 min )

Intel stock is performing relatively well as a confluence of macroeconomic factors is starting to work in its favor.  ( 60 min )

This high-flying server manufacturer has delivered impressive gains thanks to AI, but can it sustain the momentum?  ( 63 min )

If you're looking for high-yield REITs, be careful you don't reach too far on the yield front. Here's why.  ( 63 min )

These two investors couldn't be more different, but they agree on these four stocks.  ( 63 min )

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Both companies could win big from AI adoption, but which one should you be buying?  ( 63 min )

Without any windfalls on the horizon, times are dire for this biotech.  ( 62 min )

These supercharged income stocks, which sport an average yield of 6.05%, can really pad income seekers' pocketbooks.  ( 64 min )

Shares in Renault hit two-month highs and rival Stellantis shot to record highs on Thursday after the carmakers pledged to reward investors with a big jump in annual dividend and a share buyback worth billions of euros. For Stellantis, the return of cash was a relief after agreeing big pay increases to end a prolonged strike by workers in North America last year, which knocked profits in the second half. At Renault, the stronger cash position and margin growth delivered in 2023 results on Wednesday night were the latest sign that a turnaround under Chief Executive Luca de Meo is bearing fruit.  ( 61 min )

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Nvidia and CrowdStrike have notched monster gains over the last four years.  ( 63 min )

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ARK sold $34.3 million of shares in the crypto exchange, which is due to report earnings after the U.S. market closes.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. gained about $42 billion of market value after investors bet the chipmaker to Nvidia Corp. and Apple Inc. will become one of the biggest winners of an AI development frenzy.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereTrump Eyes NATO Makeover, Hurried Peace in Ukraine If Elected  ( 61 min )

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ET earnings call for the period ending December 31, 2023.  ( 83 min )

Pfizer has agreed to pay $93 million to settle antitrust claims by wholesale drug distributors that accused it of conspiring with India's Ranbaxy Laboratories to delay sales of less expensive, generic versions of the cholesterol drug Lipitor. Attorneys for Lipitor purchasers including Rochester Drug Co-Operative Inc and Puerto Rico's Drogueria Betances LLC disclosed the agreement in a filing on Wednesday in U.S. court in Trenton, New Jersey. The distributors' case will continue against Ranbaxy, the attorneys filing said.  ( 60 min )

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Devon Energy and Enerplus are in discussions for a potential merger, with Devon eyeing Enerplus' Bakken acreage to enhance its shale production capabilities.  ( 65 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Michael Burry, the money manager made famous in the Big Short, added to wagers on Chinese tech giants Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and JD.com Inc. in recent months even as a rout in Chinese shares deepened.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Ceasefire Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereTrump Eyes NATO Makeover, Hurried Peace in Ukraine If ElectedDip  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Michael Burry, the money manager made famous in the Big Short, added to wagers on Chinese tech giants Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and JD.com Inc. in recent months even as a rout in Chinese shares deepened.Most Read from BloombergThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapIsrael Pulls Out of Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad’ on Margin Error, ‘It Was One Zero’Musk Says Putin Can’  ( 61 min )

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan unexpectedly slipped into a recession at the end of last year, losing its title as the world's third-biggest economy to Germany and raising doubts about when the central bank would begin to exit its decade-long ultra-loose monetary policy. "What's particularly striking is the sluggishness in consumption and capital expenditure that are key pillars of domestic demand," said Yoshiki Shinke, senior executive economist at Dai-ichi Life Research Institute. Japan's gross domestic product (GDP) fell an annualised 0.4% in the October-December period after a 3.3% slump in the previous quarter, government data showed on Thursday, confounding market forecasts for a 1.4% increase.  ( 62 min )

Winkels verkochten in het laatste kwartaal van vorig jaar voor het eerst sinds begin 2022 weer meer producten. Onder meer bij drogisterijen en kledingwinkels trokken we vaker de portemonnee. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS.  ( 9 min )

Twee soorten chocoladekoekjes van de Jumbo kunnen metaaldeeltjes bevatten. Daarom roept de keten per direct de koekjes met twee verschillende houdbaarheidsdata terug.  ( 8 min )

De winkelketen Handyman maakt een gedeeltelijke doorstart na het faillissement vorige maand. Het bedrijf, dat zich specialiseert in huishoudelijke accessoires, blijft actief als webshop. Daarover hebben eigenaar Elka Pieterman Group en de curator van Handyman overeenstemming bereikt.  ( 8 min )

De kosten voor de wederopbouw van Oekraïne de komende tien jaar worden geschat op minstens 486 miljard dollar (453 miljard euro). Dat meldt de Wereldbank in een nieuw rapport.  ( 9 min )

Ook het laatste restje Russisch gas dat nog naar Europa stroomt, gaat verdwijnen. De deal die de Europese Unie en Rusland in het verleden hebben gesloten, loopt eind dit jaar af en Brussel wil deze niet verlengen.  ( 9 min )

Energieleveranciers en de overheid steken extra miljoenen in het Tijdelijk Noodfonds Energie. Al meer dan 85.000 mensen hebben steun aangevraagd omdat ze een laag inkomen en een hoge energierekening hebben. Met het extra geld kunnen meer huishoudens worden geholpen.  ( 10 min )

Energieleveranciers en de overheid steken extra miljoenen in het Tijdelijk Noodfonds Energie. Al meer dan 85.000 mensen hebben steun aangevraagd omdat ze een laag inkomen en een hoge energierekening hebben. Met het extra geld kunnen meer huishoudens worden geholpen.  ( 10 min )

De voorgenomen onderhoudswerkzaamheden bij Eindhoven Airport worden niet eerder dan 2027 uitgevoerd, laat de luchthaven weten op haar eigen website. Hoe lang het onderhoud gaat duren en wat voor impact dat heeft, ligt aan het ministerie van Defensie.  ( 9 min )

Elon Musk wil zijn ruimtevaartbedrijf SpaceX van Delaware naar Texas verhuizen. Dit doet hij uit wraak omdat een rechter in Delaware een bonuspakket van 55 miljard dollar voor Musk heeft geblokkeerd.  ( 9 min )

De Britse economie is eind 2023 weer gekrompen en daardoor in een recessie beland. De beknibbelende burger is de oorzaak van de krimp. In Nederland kochten consumenten zichzelf in het laatste kwartaal van vorig jaar juist uit de recessie.  ( 9 min )

Maanlander Nova-C van het Amerikaanse bedrijf Intuitive Machines is donderdagochtend iets na 7.00 uur succesvol gelanceerd. Het gevaarte moet over een week op de maan landen. Als dat lukt, is dat de eerste maanlanding door een commercieel bedrijf ooit.  ( 9 min )

Duitsland is Japan gepasseerd op de ranglijst van de grootste economieën ter wereld. Ons buurland is daarmee de derde economie, achter de Verenigde Staten en China. Japan verdwijnt na tientallen jaren uit de top drie.  ( 9 min )

De werkloosheid in Nederland bleef in januari erg laag. Net als in december zat 3,6 procent van de beroepsbevolking zonder betaald werk. Daarmee waren 368.000 mensen werkloos. Het aantal WW-uitkeringen nam in januari wel toe.  ( 9 min )

In heel Europa zijn tal van plannen om nieuwe terminals te bouwen voor de import van vloeibaar aardgas. Volgens experts stevenen we af op een overschot, wat grote gevolgen kan hebben voor het klimaat.  ( 11 min )

In heel Europa zijn tal van plannen om nieuwe terminals te bouwen voor de import van vloeibaar aardgas. Volgens experts stevenen we af op een overschot, wat grote gevolgen kan hebben voor het klimaat.  ( 11 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, despite a report showing a sharper-than-anticipated decline in retail sales in January.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 after a slew of economic data, with retail sales dropping more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Billionaire Dan Loeb's Third Point Capital exited its position in Alphabet and significantly reduced its stake in Uber in the fourth quarter, while also trimming positions in Amazon, Microsoft and Taiwan Semiconductor, according to the company's latest 13-F filling.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading on Thursday as Bitcoin continued to climb ahead of a slew of economic data.  ( 1 min )

Retail sales data are expected to show the continued strength of the U.S. consumer, while Cisco's weak guidance and job cuts are dragging the stock. Investors await earnings from Applied Materials and crypto exchange Coinbase after the closing bell. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Appaloosa reduced its positions in chipmakers AMD, Qualcomm, TSMC and Intel, while boosting its holdings of Alibaba and Amazon, and initiating large positions in Oracle Corp and the ARK Innovation ETF.  ( 1 min )

Japan's chipmaker Renesas said it will acquire Australia-listed software company Altium for $5.9 billion  ( 1 min )

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management sold the majority of its stake in home improvement retailer Lowe's Co. in the fourth quarter of 2023.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sold off about 10 million shares or nearly $2 billion of Apple stock in the final quarter of 2023, according to the firm's 13-F filing.  ( 1 min )

Nvidia will report its fourth-quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, Feb. 21, with analysts expecting the chipmaker's revenue could more than triple from a year earlier amid a boom in demand for artificial intelligence chips.  ( 1 min )

Credit counseling begins with a free consultation, and debt management plans are relatively affordable. You may even qualify for free counseling services.  ( 24 min )

Debt settlement companies often charge 15% to 25% of your initial or settled debt, with other potential fees. Learn more about how much you’ll pay to settle your debts.  ( 26 min )

Retiring successfully if you're a small business owner requires both an exit strategy and a bulletproof retirement plan, both for you and your staff.  ( 25 min )

An individual retirement annuity is an investment vehicle—similar to an individual retirement account—that is offered by insurance companies.  ( 26 min )

We evaluated 40 leading companies across 53 criteria—including costs, availability, and reputation—to recommend the best debt settlement and credit counseling services.  ( 35 min )

Some debt relief methods come with costs of their own, which can be quite steep. Learn which options are best for you and the debt relief costs you may have to pay.  ( 30 min )

Classic car insurance is geared toward vehicles, even newer ones, that tend to appreciate in value.  ( 24 min )

High levels of student loan debt relative to income might impact how you make financial decisions. Learn how student loan debt can affect the economy.  ( 26 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

Real estate agents are paid a commission based on the property's sale price; the total commission is split among the agents and the brokers involved.  ( 30 min )

As investors become more environmentally conscious, they have access to an increasing number of green exchange-traded funds (ETFs).  ( 28 min )

An Investopedia study found that members of Gen X are cautiously confident about managing money and investments, and are acutely aware of their retirement options.  ( 29 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.0% on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, recovering some of the ground it lost in the prior session after hotter-than-expected inflation data.  ( 17 min )

Generac missed earnings estimates and full-year guidance as commercial sales slowed.  ( 18 min )

The Fed's historic rate-hike campaign has pushed the best savings account rates well above 5%. But when will Fed moves start a pullback for savings accounts?  ( 19 min )

Americans are getting cautious about how they spend their dollars this Valentine's day, spending less and prioritizing certain relationships. Blame inflation.  ( 18 min )

Refinancing your car loan can lower your monthly payment and interest rate. Learn how you can save money by refinancing your car loan.  ( 26 min )

Using common-size financial statements can help spot trends that a raw financial statement may not uncover. They compare the percentages between two or more years.  ( 25 min )

If you discover that you've contributed too much money to your Roth IRA for the year, there are ways to fix the problem and avoid tax penalties.  ( 26 min )

Most states require drivers to carry a certain amount of auto insurance and to be able to prove it if they’re pulled over by police or in an accident.  ( 25 min )

Shares of SentinelOne Inc. rose Wednesday after Bank of America Securities upgraded the stock and raised its price target in an positive report about the overall cybersecurity sector.  ( 18 min )

With Samsung leading the pack, these are the 10 biggest semiconductor companies by 12-month trailing revenue.  ( 23 min )

Personal finance is about managing your budget and how best to put your money to work to realize your financial independence and goals.  ( 41 min )

A brokered certificate of deposit is a CD that an investor purchases through a brokerage firm or from a sales representative other than a bank.  ( 26 min )

Sony ADRs slid Wednesday after the entertainment giant lowered PlayStation sales projections and said it would list its financial services unit next year.  ( 18 min )

Defined-benefit plans are funded by employers, while employees make contributions to defined-contribution plans to save for retirement.  ( 27 min )

A SBO 401(k) is a tax-deferred, government-registered retirement savings plan for small business owners.  ( 24 min )

Range refers to the difference between a stock's low and high price for a particular trading period. This is often used as an indicator of risk and volatility.  ( 24 min )

Annuities can have fixed or variable returns, and payouts can begin immediately or be deferred to a later date. Keep reading to learn how to make these major decisions.  ( 26 min )

An employee savings plan (ESP) is an employer-sponsored tax-deferred account, funded with contributions and typically used to save for retirement.  ( 25 min )

Totaling a vehicle can be a financial headache, not to mention an inconvenience. Learn what you can do to get back on the road after totaling a car.  ( 26 min )

A prospectus is a document required by and filed with the SEC that provides details about an investment offering for sale to the public.  ( 27 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can help you reach your savings goals. Learn when is the best time to buy a CD to help meet your financial goals.  ( 27 min )

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a long-term savings plan with tax advantages that taxpayers can use to plan for retirement.  ( 34 min )

Learn how a 401(k) works, about 401(k) benefits, and what is a Roth 401(k).  ( 30 min )

Detailed explanation of property damage liability insurance requirements and average costs in the United States  ( 23 min )

Money market funds are a safe, if not highly profitable, place to put money. But there's no FDIC insurance and fees can be high. Choose your fund with care.  ( 27 min )

U.S. equities rose at midday Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 following Tuesday's big selloff on higher-than-expected inflation. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained.  ( 19 min )

Part of planning for retirement is figuring out if your retirement income will last. Find out if your retirement savings will provide the standard of living you want.  ( 31 min )

In its features and benefits, a SIMPLE 401(k) plan is a cross between a SIMPLE IRA and a traditional 401(k) plan.  ( 27 min )

Nvidia's market capitalization surged past Alphabet's Wednesday, making it America’s third most valuable company behind Microsoft and Apple.  ( 17 min )

Uber Technologies shares surged 11% Wednesday morning after the ride-hailing firm said it is planning to buy back $7 billion in shares in its first-ever buyback program.  ( 18 min )

For most individuals, tax returns are due on April 15, 2024. But file early and you can get your refund sooner, avoid the rush, and protect your identity.  ( 31 min )

Bitcoin's market capitalization swelled to more than $1 trillion for the first time since December 2021 as it traded firmly above the $51,000 level Wednesday.  ( 20 min )

These Black investors are known for their extraordinary accomplishments, with some achieving success at a time when few Black people worked in finance.  ( 32 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase mortgages shot up more than an eighth of a point, taking the flagship average to its most expensive level in over two months.  ( 21 min )

Traders use stock charts and price patterns to get in and out of trading positions. Learn how to recognize some of the key price patterns.  ( 32 min )

Depending on your 401(k) plan, contributions may be matched by an employer in a number of ways.  ( 27 min )

Kraft Heinz sales declined after the food giant raised prices to offset higher costs, and as consumers pulled back spending on its products.  ( 18 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) generally pay compound interest, which is factored into their annual percentage yield (APY).  ( 26 min )

To control risk, options traders can control and capitalize upon leverage.  ( 23 min )

The put-call ratio is a measurement that is widely used by investors to gauge the overall mood of a market. A rising ratio suggests bearish sentiment.  ( 25 min )

An assembly language is a type of low-level programming language that is intended to communicate directly with a computer’s hardware.  ( 27 min )

A quote currency, commonly known as "counter currency," is the second currency in a direct and indirect currency pair.  ( 23 min )

Adding CDs to an individual retirement account can have pros and cons. Learn when it makes sense to put CDs in an IRA.  ( 28 min )

Robinhood shares jumped in pre-market trading after the commission-free brokerage firm topped analysts' fourth-quarter estimates. Here's an important chart level worth watching.  ( 19 min )

Stock futures were pointing higher after Tuesday's inflation data-induced selloff, Kraft Heinz's sales fell short of expectations, while Cisco reports after the closing bell. Lyft went on a wild ride after its earnings report and Uber announced a $7 billion stock buyback. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A certified public accountant (CPA) is a designation given to those who meet education and experience requirements and pass an exam.  ( 29 min )

The Consumer Price Index measures change over time in the prices paid by consumers for a representative basket of goods and services.  ( 34 min )

Lyft posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings, announced strong first-quarter bookings guidance and made a mistake in its earnings release that sent shares soaring briefly before the gains moderated. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 19 min )

These funds can reduce your exposure to market risk or enhance portfolio performance.  ( 24 min )

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are ideal for beginning traders and individual investors. Learn the seven best strategies for trading ETFs.  ( 28 min )

Learn how to invest small amounts correctly and regularly into an exchange traded fund to maximize a dollar-cost averaging strategy with ETFs. Be mindful of these costs.  ( 26 min )

Of the 50 U.S. states, 39 and the District of Columbia do not tax Social Security benefits.  ( 33 min )

Pyramiding increases margin by using unrealized returns to pay part of the exercise price.  ( 19 min )

Shopify Inc (NYSE: SHOP) posted its fourth quarter results on Tuesday. Although its performance during the last quarter of 2023 surpassed estimates, its outlook for the undergoing quarter was mixed. Shopify entered 2024 with a clear goal of expanding its addressable market, going against its main rival, the e-commerce titan, Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN). However, Shopify turned its most dangerous revenue threat into an opportunity by striking a deal last year to offer Buy With Prime to its merc  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Twilio Inc. projected revenue in the current quarter that fell short of expectations, offering the first view of its future since the software company’s longtime chief executive officer stepped down last month amid pressure from activist investors. The shares declined about 10% in extended trading.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Ceasefire Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The world’s biggest producer of nitrogen fertilizer used for corn and other crops posted sharply lower quarterly profit and sales as prices tumbled. Most Read from BloombergIsrael Quits Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad’ on Margin Error, ‘It Was One Zero’CF  ( 60 min )

Super Micro Computer stock is up 872% over the last year. Can investors still score wins with this AI stock?  ( 62 min )

Nearly 60% of millennials feel it’s important to seem financially successful to others.  ( 61 min )

Stewart Glendinning said the retailer is "proactively preserving our liquidity" as it waits for a CARES Act payout from the IRS.  ( 72 min )

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Internet networking pioneer Cisco Systems is jettisoning more than 4,000 employees, joining the parade of technology companies in a trend that has helped boost their profits and stock prices while providing a sobering reminder of the job insecurity hanging over an industry increasingly embracing artificial intelligence. The mass layoffs announced Wednesday in conjunction with Cisco’s latest quarterly results represent about 5% of its worldwide workforce of 84,900. The purge follows Cisco’s late 2022 cutbacks that shed 5,000 workers and ahead of its $28 billion acquisition of Splunk, a deal that management now expects to complete by April 30.  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Nvidia Corp., the chipmaker at the heart of an artificial intelligence spending boom, disclosed investments in Arm Holdings Plc, SoundHound AI Inc. and the biotech company Recursion Pharmaceuticals Inc.Most Read from BloombergThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillIsrael Pulls Out of Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad  ( 60 min )

Tuesday, Biogen Inc (NASDAQ:BIIB) posted fourth-quarter 2023 sales of $2.39 billion, missing the consensus of $2.46 billion, down 6% Y/Y and 5% at constant currency (CC). Adjusted EPS of $2.95, down 27%, missing the consensus of $3.18. Biogen’s partner, Eisai Co Ltd (OTC:ESALY), has faced a delay in reaching the 10,000-patient mark for Leqembi despite strong demand. In its third quarter financial results, Eisai disclosed that as of January 26, 2,000 patients were on treatment, with an estimated  ( 60 min )

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Cisco earnings for fiscal Q2 fell from a year earlier but topped estimates. April quarter guidance for CSCO stock missed expectations.  ( 13 min )

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fastly Inc. (FSLY) on Wednesday reported a loss of $23.4 million in its fourth quarter. The San Francisco-based company said it had a loss of 18 cents per share. The results beat Wall Street expectations.  ( 60 min )

Berkshire Hathaway on Wednesday said it has shed three of its common stock holdings, as the conglomerate controlled by Warren Buffett remained silent on what could be a major new investment. In a regulatory filing describing its U.S.-listed stock holdings, Berkshire said it no longer owned shares of insurer Globe Life, insurance and investment company Markel and Brazilian credit card processor StoneCo at the end of 2023, shedding stakes it held three months earlier. For a second straight quarter, Omaha, Nebraska-based Berkshire also obtained permission from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to temporarily keep one or more of its holdings confidential.  ( 59 min )

Intel is making massive bets on chip fabrication, and the strategy could have huge long-term payoffs.  ( 61 min )

U.S. oil and gas producer Occidental Petroleum beat estimates for fourth-quarter profit on Wednesday, aided by higher production in the Permian basin. U.S. crude oil production has been on the rise, with companies looking to boost efficiency by focusing on the most prospective sites and boring longer horizontal well sections to maximize contact with oil-bearing rock. The company reported fourth-quarter production of 1.234 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd), compared with 1.227 million boepd in the year-earlier quarter.  ( 60 min )

Networking equipment maker Cisco Systems said on Wednesday it would cut 5% of its global workforce, to focus on high-growth areas such as AI and software, adding to thousands of job cuts by tech firms since last year.  ( 59 min )

Other legal experts aren’t swayed by the Tesla chief’s call to action, either.  ( 61 min )

ChargePoint is getting a boost thanks to strong preliminary results from another player in the EV charging space.  ( 62 min )

Wall Street is going nuts for Super Micro Computer.  ( 61 min )

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Wall Street investment bank Morgan Stanley is planning to cut several hundred jobs in its wealth management division, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Morgan Stanley did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.  ( 59 min )

An informal poll of Tesla institutional investors done by Morgan Stanley found many are bearish and expect the stock to underperform over the next six months.  ( 63 min )

Investors are loving Super Micro Computer today, and its share price is up more than 800% over the last year.  ( 61 min )

Coinbase is expected to report strong revenue numbers, given an uptick in crypto trading volume towards the end of 2023.  ( 61 min )

Investors think today is a good day to own EV stocks. Are they right -- or should you wait?  ( 61 min )

Find the latest Restaurant Brands International (QSR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest Danaher Corporation (DHR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Lyft Inc. Chief Executive Officer David Risher’s response to a clerical error that unintentionally inflated the company’s earnings outlook on Tuesday and sent shares soaring: “My bad.”Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereStocks Bounce After Rough CPI Day as Yields Fall: Markets WrapDemocrat Suozzi Wins Back NY House Seat Vacated by SantosStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investme  ( 60 min )

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Guidance was much worse than expected.  ( 61 min )

Investors have found a reason to bet on ChargePoint stock ahead of earnings.  ( 61 min )

After a hotter-than-expected inflation report on Tuesday, economists now believe the Fed could postpone its first rate cut. Here's what to know.  ( 61 min )

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Bitcoin halvings have generally been good for the network. But price increases have decreased over time, says Todd Groth, head of research at CoinDesk Indices.  ( 62 min )

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Earnings were strong, and the future is looking bright after a big contract win.  ( 61 min )

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Want to profit in today's bull market? Consider these fantastic stocks before they make a comeback and help you score big.  ( 63 min )

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Llama 2, an open-source LLM created by Meta Platforms, gets massive praise from Nvidia's CEO.  ( 60 min )

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Uncover the secret behind IBM's winning AI strategy and its potential to outshine other tech giants in a highly profitable market.  ( 63 min )

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I am 73 and my wife is 70 with one son. We have $235,000 in a savings account and we each have $250,000 in Roth IRAs. We also have $1.675 million in a brokerage account and $1.55 million in a 401(k). Everything other than the two Roths are invested solely in stocks and the two […] The post Ask an Advisor: We’re in Our 70s With Nearly $3.5 Million Invested ‘Solely in Stocks.’ Should We Switch to a 60/40 Portfolio? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

NYCB made it clear in a Tuesday filing that its new executive chairman Alessandro DiNello is now officially the boss, with the CEO reporting to him.  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Comp (GT) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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How do you spend $41 billion without buying more ships? The post Maersk had more cash than it knew what to do with — but not anymore appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 64 min )

Imagine that you’re 60 years old with $800,000 in retirement savings and $4,000 in monthly living expenses. However, you want to wait until age 65 to claim Social Security, so you need to find a way to generate additional income for five more years. Whether you plan to delay Social Security or not, a financial […] The post How Do I Cover $4,000 in Monthly Living Expenses? I’m 60 With $800k in Retirement Savings, But I Won’t Collect Social Security for 5 Years appeared first on SmartReads by Smar  ( 63 min )

Nvidia's bubble is still inflating and Wall Street legends know when they need to get out.  ( 60 min )

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Find the latest Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Check Point Software Technologi (CHKP) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Aon plc (AON) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Palantir is riding the artificial intelligence wave to higher revenue, profits, and stock price valuations.  ( 60 min )

These stocks offer higher-yielding payouts that should continue rising at a solid clip.  ( 63 min )

Two artificial intelligence (AI) stocks might be better buys than Nvidia right now.  ( 63 min )

The more than 100% soar in Arm stock is the latest sign that investors can't get enough of the AI trade even if the future benefits can't fully be quantified.  ( 62 min )

Elon Musk has claimed that Delaware, home to much of corporate America, is trying to prevent businesses from heeding his call to leave the state, where a court invalidated his $56 billion Tesla pay package. Since the Delaware Court of Chancery ruled to rescind Musk's record pay package on Jan. 31, the Tesla CEO has posted on social media about reincorporating the electric vehicle maker in Texas, where it has its headquarters, and encouraging others to follow. "Move your company out of Delaware before they lock the doors, as they just did with Tripadvisor," Musk tweeted on Monday.  ( 61 min )

SoFi delivered profitability on the bottom line and gave excellent long-term forecasts, all while being more prudent with lending.  ( 60 min )

Investors could earn substantial gains in Uber if autonomous self-driving vehicles go mainstream.  ( 64 min )

It's rarely too late to invest in exceptional companies.  ( 62 min )

Super Micro Computer blew past my initial price target for 2026 in less than a month.  ( 60 min )

Palantir stock is soaring following its blowout Q4 earnings report. Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities is calling for even further gains.  ( 63 min )

This S&P 500 recently reached a new record high, but the stock market could still move higher this year.  ( 63 min )

Looking for investment opportunities that can still deliver big wins in today's bull market? These beaten-down stocks could deliver massive returns.  ( 62 min )

While off to a slower start than 2023, filings are expected to continue in the industry, especially among many direct-to-consumer brands.  ( 67 min )

Bottom-of-the-barrel price targets from three Wall Street analysts suggest that some of the highest-flying and widely owned AI stocks could lose up to 88% of their value.  ( 65 min )

These reasonably priced growth stocks could help patient investors turn a profit in the market.  ( 63 min )

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Sticky software, AI chips, and digital robots, oh my!  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Thai Airways International Pcl has dropped Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc as its sole supplier of next-generation widebody engines in favor of General Electric Co. — a blow to the UK company as it tries to improve profitability.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investment BankPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinLyf  ( 62 min )

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They may not thrive when the environment isn't rock solid, but these stocks are built to outperform when things are good.  ( 63 min )

The tech sector has continued to stay hot so far this year. Though valuations may be a tad uncomfortable for those who’ve yet to punch their ticket, it has to be comforting that the Wall Street crowd still views many of the high flyers (like AVGO, CDNS, and NOW) as Strong Buys. Therefore, in this piece, we’ll look at TipRanks’ Comparison Tool to check in with those three impressive performers in the tech scene with generative artificial intelligence (AI) catalysts that could help them achieve mo  ( 63 min )

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In this piece, I evaluated two EV stocks, NIO (NYSE:NIO) and BYD (OTC:BYDDY), using TipRanks’ comparison tool to see which stock is the better buy. A closer look suggests a bearish view for NIO and a bullish view for BYD. China-based NIO designs, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles in China and Hong Kong, the U.S., the U.K., and Germany. Meanwhile, BYD, also based in China, manufactures and sells EVs, rechargeable batteries, and select other electronics, including components for mobile dev  ( 63 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- It was, without a doubt, a strong earnings report.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investment BankLyft Corrects Earnings Margin Gain to 50 Basis Points From 500Lyft Inc. projected adjusted earnings as much as 11% higher than analysts’ estimates, and reported bookings ahead  ( 63 min )

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De energierekening van een gemiddeld huishouden was in januari 12 procent lager dan een jaar eerder. Maar we zijn niet goedkoper uit dan de afgelopen maanden, want eind 2023 was de energierekening nog lager dan vorig maand.  ( 8 min )

Het aantal vergunningen voor nieuwe huizen is vorig jaar gedaald naar het laagste punt sinds 2016. Voor slechts 55.000 woningen zijn vergunningen verleend. Dat is 15 procent minder dan een jaar eerder.  ( 9 min )

Vliegtuigpassagiers keken raar op tijdens hun vlucht van Amsterdam naar Detroit. Een uur na het opstijgen kropen er maden uit een bagagevak boven de stoelen. De maden bleken uit een tas met rotte vis te komen.  ( 9 min )

Volkswagen onderzoekt zijn activiteiten in de Chinese regio Xinjiang. Dat besluit is genomen na een publicatie van Handelsblatt. Volgens de Duitse krant zou er bij de bouw van een testlocatie in Turpan, een stad in de West-Chinese regio, dwangarbeid hebben plaatsgevonden.  ( 9 min )

Ruimtebedrijf SpaceX van Elon Musk mag Israël en delen van Gaza van internet voorzien met zijn Starlink-satellieten. Dat meldt de Israëlische minister van Communicatie Shlomo Karhi in een bericht op X.  ( 9 min )

Babboe moet voorlopig stoppen met het verkopen van zijn bakfietsen op last van de Nederlandse Voedsel- en Warenautoriteit (NVWA). Die concludeert na onderzoek dat honderden frames in de afgelopen jaren zijn gebroken.  ( 9 min )

Ruimtebedrijf SpaceX van Elon Musk mag Israël en delen van Gaza van internet voorzien met zijn Starlink-satellieten. Dat meldt de Israëlische minister van Communicatie Shlomo Karhi in een bericht op socialemediaplatform X.  ( 9 min )

Bloemenveiling Royal FloraHolland heeft in de twee weken voor Valentijn 166 miljoen rozen verkocht. Dat zijn er 15 miljoen meer dan vorig jaar. De roos is daarmee de meestverkochte bloem. Vooral rode rozen uit ons land waren populair.  ( 9 min )

Plasticbedrijven hebben de stekker getrokken uit een initiatief om samen te verduurzamen. Onder leiding van de overheid wilden de bedrijven ambitieuze milieudoelen halen, maar die bleken zonder extra wetgeving onhaalbaar. "Ik hoop dat dit een wake-upcall is."  ( 12 min )

Door flinke koersstijgingen van de bitcoin in de afgelopen maanden is de hele voorraad van deze cryptomunten weer meer dan 1 biljoen dollar waard. Daarmee benadert de munt de waarde van Facebook-moederbedrijf Meta en die van de Nederlandse economie.  ( 9 min )

Door flinke koersstijgingen van de bitcoin in de afgelopen maanden is de hele voorraad van deze cryptomunten weer meer dan 1 biljoen dollar waard. Daarmee benadert de munt de waarde van Facebook-moederbedrijf Meta en die van de Nederlandse economie.  ( 9 min )

De prijzen van verschillende producten in supermarkten zullen dit jaar stabiliseren en normaliseren. Extreme prijsstijgingen zijn uitgesloten nu de inflatie blijft afnemen. We blijven door mislukte oogsten wel meer betalen voor olijfolie, aardappelen, bieten en suiker.  ( 10 min )

De prijzen van verschillende producten in supermarkten zullen dit jaar stabiliseren en normaliseren. Extreme prijsstijgingen zijn uitgesloten nu de inflatie blijft afnemen. We blijven door mislukte oogsten wel meer betalen voor olijfolie, aardappelen, bieten en suiker.  ( 10 min )

Stoppen met de financiering van olie en gas is niet de juiste aanpak om klimaatproblemen op te lossen. Dat stelt ING in reactie op eisen van Milieudefensie.  ( 10 min )

Jaren later dan gepland kunnen mobiele telecomproviders zich vanaf donderdag inschrijven voor de veiling van nieuwe 5G-frequenties. De 5G-veiling moet voor de zomer plaatsvinden, zodat de radiofrequenties vanaf 1 augustus gebruikt kunnen worden.  ( 9 min )

Toezichthouder ACM start met een onderzoek naar bol, omdat het platform zichzelf en sommige ondernemers zou voortrekken. Het bedrijf bevestigt onderwerp van onderzoek te zijn.  ( 8 min )

Na drie kwartalen economische krimp ziet het er weer zonnig uit: in het laatste kwartaal van 2023 is de Nederlandse economie gegroeid. Dat komt vooral doordat consumenten hun hogere lonen gretig zijn gaan uitgeven.  ( 11 min )

Na drie kwartalen economische krimp ziet het er weer zonnig uit: in het laatste kwartaal van 2023 is de Nederlandse economie gegroeid. Dat komt vooral doordat consumenten hun hogere lonen gretig zijn gaan uitgeven.  ( 10 min )

Het verbod op sigarettenverkoop in Nederlandse supermarkten kost Albert Heijn enkele procentpunten van zijn omzet. Dat komt neer op honderden miljoenen euro's.  ( 9 min )

Vrijwel alles in de supermarkt is duurder geworden, maar olijfolie spant de kroon. Een fles olijfolie is de afgelopen twee jaar gemiddeld 50 procent duurder geworden. Geen ander product is zo hard in prijs omhooggegaan, zo bevestigt statistiekbureau CBS desgevraagd.  ( 11 min )

ABN AMRO zette over het afgelopen jaar een nettowinst in de boeken van 2,7 miljard euro. Belangrijke pijler onder dit resultaat waren rente-inkomsten, die vorig jaar opliepen tot meer dan 6 miljard. Dat blijkt uit de jaarcijfers die de bank woensdag publiceerde.  ( 9 min )

Nederlandse huishoudens verbruikten vorig jaar 11 procent minder gas dan in 2022, terwijl de winters ongeveer even streng waren. Het dalende gasverbruik lijkt een trend te worden.  ( 10 min )

De Franse regering moet haar leaseprogramma voor elektrische auto's voor mensen met een klein inkomen al na zes weken pauzeren. Er kwamen veel meer aanvragen binnen dan er wagens beschikbaar waren.  ( 9 min )

De toch al lage werkloosheid is in het vierde kwartaal van vorig jaar nog wat verder gezakt. Zo'n 360.000 mensen willen wel een baan, maar hebben er geen gevonden. Dat zijn er zesduizend minder dan het kwartaal ervoor.  ( 8 min )

Vrijwel alles in de supermarkt is duurder geworden, maar olijfolie spant de kroon. Een fles olijfolie is de afgelopen twee jaar gemiddeld 50 procent duurder geworden. Geen ander product is zo hard in prijs omhooggegaan, zo bevestigt statistiekbureau CBS desgevraagd.  ( 10 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.0% on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, recovering some of the ground it lost in the prior session after hotter-than-expected inflation data.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities rose at midday Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 following Tuesday's big selloff on the higher-than-expected inflation. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained.  ( 1 min )

Nvidia's market capitalization surged past Alphabet's Wednesday, making it America’s third most valuable company behind Microsoft and Apple.  ( 1 min )

Robinhood shares jumped in pre-market trading after the commission-free brokerage firm topped analysts' fourth-quarter estimates. Here's an important chart level worth watching.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading on Wednesday, rebounding somewhat from yesterday's CPI-triggered sell-off.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were pointing higher after Tuesday's inflation data-induced selloff, Kraft Heinz's sales fell short of expectations, while Cisco reports after the closing bell. Lyft went on a wild ride after its earnings report and Uber announced a $7 billion stock buyback. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Investor influx into the 'Magnificent Seven'—a group comprising Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla—is not without risk.  ( 1 min )

Shares of SentinelOne Inc. rose Wednesday after Bank of America Securities upgraded the stock and raised its price target in an positive report about the overall cybersecurity sector.  ( 1 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Jeff Bezos unloaded another 12 million Amazon.com Inc. shares, bringing his total stock sold since last Wednesday to more than $4 billion.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillMarkets Jolted as Fed’s ‘Last Mile’ Looks Elusive: Markets WrapPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinRetail Traders Are Losing Billions in India’s Booming Options MarketStandard Chartered Weighs Breaking Up Corporate, Investment BankThe sales t  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Airbnb Inc. ended 2023 stronger than analysts’ had expected but suggested that demand in the current quarter wouldn’t be as robust as the last. The shares fell in late trading.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investment BankLyft Corrects Earnings Margin Gain to 50 Basis Po  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Personal Consumption Expenditures are much more important than the Consumer Price Index at this time after today’s CPI came “back to bite” the Federal Reserve, DoubleLine Capital’s Jeffrey Gundlach told CNBC in an interview.Most Read from BloombergWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinStandard Chartered Weighs Breaking Up Corporate, Investm  ( 59 min )

"They're called the 'end-game proposal,' but only one of those words is accurate. Basel III could be the end of bank real-estate finance as we know it."  ( 61 min )

The shares of the popular trading platform rose 15% after beating earnings and revenue estimates.  ( 62 min )

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Is one of the largest retailers in the world going after Roku's business?  ( 62 min )

Exxon and Canada-based crude pipeline operator Enbridge were sued in Illinois federal court on Tuesday over claims they barred a competitor from building a terminal to ship oil by barge from the Chicago area to refineries in the Midwest and Gulf of Mexico. The antitrust lawsuit from energy infrastructure developer Ducere seeks more than $11 million in damages for work the Illinois company said it already paid for on the project and for lost future profits. Exxon, Enbridge and their joint venture Mustang Pipe Line LLC excluded Ducere from the crude oil transportation market in Chicago by "refusing to allow it to build a terminal that would provide another avenue for transporting crude to refineries south of Chicago," the lawsuit said.  ( 62 min )

January's CPI update gives a first look at consumer inflation in 2024, a key input into the Fed's thinking on interest-rate cuts.  ( 73 min )

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service on Tuesday sued the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, asking a judge to determine how much the FDIC must pay to cover an estimated $1.45 billion tax debt owed by the failed Silicon Valley Bank. The FDIC, which seized SVB and its assets in March 2023, has denied the entire tax claim, according to a complaint filed in federal court in Washington. The IRS said the court should overrule the FDIC's decision to deny the tax claim, and make a new determination on the validity and amount of taxes owed.  ( 61 min )

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In September 2023, financial expert Dave Ramsey offered critical advice to a 61-year-old Arkansas woman, Teresa, with no money and plenty of debt. Her story was featured in a YouTube video titled "I'm 61 and Have No Money!" With an annual income of $67,000 and debt of roughly $69,000, the woman — and her disabled husband — have serious concerns about their current and future financial well-being. After learning more about her debt — including a student loan and two personal loans, one of which s  ( 62 min )

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January's CPI update gives a first look at consumer inflation in 2024, a key input into the Fed's thinking on interest-rate cuts.  ( 71 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Shares of precious metals producer SSR Mining Inc. plunged as much as 61% Tuesday after the US company halted operations at its flagship Turkish gold mine following a landslide — its second incident at the site within two years.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Roiled by ‘Still Sticky’ CPI Signals: Markets WrapPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinRetail Traders Are Losing Billions in India’s Booming  ( 62 min )

We all know how the technology sector led the way in last year’s market gains, with the mega-cap ‘Magnificent 7’ taking up the lion’s share of the headlines. But the giant technology stocks weren’t the only story in town, and software stocks, riding the AI wave, reaped their own share of the gains. According to Gartner, the global IT spend is likely to hit $5 trillion this year. That represents a jump of 6.8% from last year, and a hefty opportunity for software companies able to hitch a ride on  ( 64 min )

Although much of the AI buzz has been somewhat saved for the magnificent seven, which are Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT), Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN), Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL), Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: GOOG)(NASDAQ: GOOGL), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA), there are other companies successfully riding the wave. Last week, Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE: PLTR) reported its fourth quarter earnings and it topped estimates fueled by  ( 63 min )

Find the latest Enterprise Products Partners L. (EPD) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Those with long-term investing horizons -- and a stomach for volatility -- may want to hitch a ride with Rivian stock.  ( 62 min )

Social Security's 2025 cost-of-living adjustment is expected to slide as inflation cools. Seniors, though, are still struggling and paying more tax.  ( 61 min )

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Wesco stock is down significantly today, but as a result, its stock price now looks "right."  ( 62 min )

It's a down day for the market, but Plug Power shares were hit harder than most.  ( 62 min )

Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) versus Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) was always something of a David versus Goliath story. Meta, formally Facebook, was founded in 2004 while Mark Zuckerberg attended Harvard University, seven years before Evan Spiegel's Snapchat was started at Stanford University. Through the years, Meta has consistently looked to fend off up-and-coming rivals through any means necessary. In 2013, just two years after Snapchat's founding, Facebook came in with a $3 billion offer to buy  ( 63 min )

Hackers continue hacking, and the victims must continue spending.  ( 63 min )

At the end of the trading hours of February 12, McDonald’s Corp. (NYSE:MCD) stock sat at $289.44. The price range for the stock in the preceding 52 weeks fluctuated between a high of $302.39 and a low of $245.73. McDonald's currently pays a quarterly dividend of $1.67 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $6.68 per share and giving its stock a yield of about 2.31% based on the stock's closing price on February 12. How Can You Earn $1,000 Per Month As A McDonald’s Investor? Assuming yo  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Nvidia Corp.’s red-hot rally has Wall Street analysts rushing to keep up, with at least five firms hiking price targets on the artificial intelligence-darling this month.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillTrump Asks Supreme Court to Keep DC Election Trial on HoldRetail Traders Are Losing Billions in India’s Booming Options MarketPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinThe chip giant’s shares have surged 46% this yea  ( 62 min )

Tax management can be complex, particularly for those who are not well-versed in tax laws and regulations. A variety of common tax traps can await you, which could significantly eat into your retirement income and savings. Such traps may include taxes on Social Security benefits, Medicare surcharges, required minimum distributions (RMDs), real estate sales and […] The post How to Avoid 5 Common Retirement Tax Traps appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

This turnaround story is going to take time to play out.  ( 62 min )

Cook may not be a visionary like his predecessor, but he's been a successful steward for Apple.  ( 63 min )

"Florida is very, very favorable for someone like Jeff Bezos."  ( 63 min )

Fed officials have been warning that more time is needed before rate cuts can begin. Investors are finally listening following a hotter-than-expected inflation reading Tuesday.  ( 63 min )

Shopify stock had an incredible 2023. Can its success continue this year?  ( 61 min )

Don't let this mistake trip you up in retirement.  ( 62 min )

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January's CPI update gives a first look at consumer inflation in 2024, a key input into the Fed's thinking on interest-rate cuts.  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- ASML Holding NV shares unexpectedly dropped by the most in 16 months, with traders blaming the rapid slump on an erroneous trade by a market participant.Most Read from BloombergTrump Asks Supreme Court to Keep DC Election Trial on HoldMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillPentagon Chief Austin in Critical Care for Bladder IssueTrump Says There’s ‘No Way’ Taylor Swift Can Endorse BidenEurope’s most-valuable tech firm ultimately pared those losses and was just 3.  ( 62 min )

These companies play critical roles in the development of AI.  ( 64 min )

U.S. consumer prices increased more than expected in January amid rises in the costs of shelter and healthcare, but the pick-up in inflation likely does not change expectations that the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates in the first half of this year. The consumer price index (CPI) increased 0.3% last month after gaining 0.2% in December, the Labor Department's said on Tuesday. In the 12 months through January, the CPI increased 3.1%.  ( 61 min )

Annual inflation has remained above the Federal Reserve's 2% target.  ( 62 min )

U.S. consumer prices increased more than expected in January amid rises in the costs of shelter and healthcare, but the pick-up in inflation likely does not change expectations that the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates in the first half of this year. The consumer price index (CPI) increased 0.3% last month after gaining 0.2% in December, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Tuesday. Annual revisions to the CPI data published last Friday were mixed, but generally showed inflation was on a downward trend after surging in 2022.  ( 61 min )

January's CPI update gives a first look at consumer inflation in 2024, a key input into the Fed's thinking on interest-rate cuts.  ( 63 min )

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Recent earnings from semiconductor firms have signaled continuing weakness among industrial customers and beginning of a chip inventory build-up in the automotive industry. Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), a key client and once the parent firm of GlobalFoundries, also forecast its first-quarter revenue below market estimates in January. GlobalFoundries expects its first-quarter revenue to be in the range of $1.50 billion to $1.54 billion, compared with analysts' average estimate of $1.76 billion, according to LSEG data.  ( 61 min )

The Tesla CEO was responding to monthly Treasury data showing the government's $357 billion in interest payments easily eclipsed spending on the country’s military.  ( 62 min )

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With $1.4 million in your IRA at age 65, you have a robust nest egg that could potentially fund a secure retirement of 25 years or more. However, making sure that money lasts will require prudent planning. You’ll need to assess your income needs, balance investment risk and return, secure supplemental insured income streams, account […] The post I'm 65 With $1.4 Million in an IRA. How Do I Make Sure This Money Lasts the Rest of My Life? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest The Hershey Company (HSY) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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This company dominates e-commerce and has a powerful position in tech.  ( 63 min )

High-income households can use what's called a "backdoor Roth" to utilize a Roth IRA despite the program's standard income restrictions. This can be an effective way to build a tax-free stream of income for your retirement, and it is a completely legal strategy. Whether this method will reduce your taxes depends heavily on your tax […] The post We Will Make Over $300,000 Combined This Year. Can We Use a Backdoor Roth to Reduce Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

Few stocks have risen this fast, but Supermicro may still be worth it if the AI trend continues.  ( 63 min )

January's CPI update gives a first look at consumer inflation in 2024, a key input into the Fed's thinking on interest-rate cuts.  ( 62 min )

Find the latest Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Palantir's business is booming thanks to its AI focus.  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest SHF Holdings, Inc. (SHFS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Axcelis Technologies just delivered record 2023 results, and its stock trades at a bargain valuation.  ( 64 min )

These reasonably priced stocks can reach impressive levels in the long run.  ( 64 min )

The conventional wisdom is that these stocks are going nowhere. But the conventional wisdom just might be wrong.  ( 64 min )

There's more for investors to get excited about in the biopharma world than just weight-loss drugs.  ( 63 min )

The EV specialist's struggles stand out when compared to another automaker's successes.  ( 63 min )

Palantir is now delivering profitability on the bottom line with consistency.  ( 61 min )

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PayPal provided investors with information critical in evaluating the stock.  ( 61 min )

Palantir's latest report makes one thing clear: The company is disrupting AI.  ( 64 min )

Super Micro Computer stock is soaring thanks to the rising demand for artificial intelligence.  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Shares climbed in Asia following advances in Japanese and South Korean stocks as trading resumed after a holiday while US equity futures dropped ahead of inflation data due later Tuesday.Most Read from BloombergS&P 500 Rally Hits a Wall in Run-Up to CPI Report: Markets WrapTrump Asks Supreme Court to Keep DC Election Trial on HoldPentagon Chief Austin in Critical Care for Bladder IssueTrump Says There’s ‘No Way’ Taylor Swift Can Endorse BidenMSCI Inc.’s Asia-Pacific equity index r  ( 64 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- MSCI Inc. is cutting dozens of Chinese companies from its global benchmarks, after many stocks tumbled as the market erased trillions of dollars in value.Most Read from BloombergS&P 500 Rally Hits a Wall in Run-Up to CPI Report: Markets WrapTrump Asks Supreme Court to Keep DC Election Trial on HoldPentagon Chief Austin in Critical Care for Bladder IssueTrump Says There’s ‘No Way’ Taylor Swift Can Endorse BidenThe index provider is removing 66 companies from its MSCI China Index in  ( 62 min )

MicroStrategy co-founder and executive chairman says his company is re-branding as a bitcoin development company during CNBC interview.  ( 61 min )

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It was a thrilling first day for the newly minted CEO of JetBlue, Joanna Geraghty.  ( 62 min )

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The company's new target is in addition to a $50 million annualized cost reduction plan announced and 200 job cuts in the prior quarter. The company, which also makes the QNX and IVY platforms used in automotive applications, in December scrapped its initial public offering (IPO) plans for its Internet of Things (IoT) business, but still expects to split the IoT and cybersecurity businesses into fully standalone divisions. Leadership teams for both divisions have been established, BlackBerry said, adding that it is in talks with a leading external consulting firm with the unit separation in progress.  ( 61 min )

ANET earnings call for the period ending December 31, 2023.  ( 86 min )

Investor influx into the 'Magnificent Seven'—a group comprising Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla—is not without risk.  ( 19 min )

For the first time ever, some taxpayers will be able to file their taxes online directly with the IRS for free, without using a third-party service like TurboTax or H&R Block.  ( 21 min )

The APY is the return you'll get on your CD. In this guide, we'll explain how to calculate and compare APY rates.  ( 25 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

Find out how to set an investment goal, and see how a Roth IRA can help you reach it.  ( 30 min )

Depending on how much you're currently earning, a traditional IRA sometimes offers more tax relief in the long run than its Roth counterpart.  ( 32 min )

Fast fashion describes low-priced but stylish clothing that moves quickly from design to retail stores to meet trends.  ( 26 min )

This precious metal’s rich history stems from its ability to maintain value over the long term. Learn about eight practical justifications for owning gold.  ( 27 min )

Looking for the latest TD Bank CD rates? Our guide covers the current rates, term lengths, and minimum deposit requirements, helping you make an informed decision.  ( 22 min )

If you want to put some money away for savings, Synchrony Bank’s CD accounts have some of the most competitive rates on the market. See if Synchrony’s CD is the right fit for you.  ( 24 min )

CDs can be a great way to get a fixed guaranteed return on your investment. See if State Farm’s CDs—offered through U.S. Bank—make sense for you and your money.  ( 26 min )

The S&P 500 fell 1.4% on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, after the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data showed that inflation cooled less than expected in January.  ( 17 min )

You may know Sallie Mae as the bank that services your student loan, but it also offers other banking products, like CDs. Learn more about Sallie Mae’s CD rates.  ( 21 min )

If you qualify for one of these locally-offered CDs, you may be able to earn even more than the best nationally-available CDs. These 16 offers pay 4.70% to 6.17%.  ( 22 min )

FIFO means "First In, First Out" and is a valuation method in which the assets produced or acquired first are sold, used, or disposed of first.  ( 28 min )

Sticky inflation numbers released Tuesday make the Federal Reserve's next steps in the fight against inflation more complicated, pouring cold water on investor expectations that Fed could soon start cutting rates.  ( 20 min )

Huntington Bank’s CD rates are very competitive for certain terms. Check out Huntington’s latest CD offer and find out how you can maximize your savings with one of the best rates in the market.  ( 23 min )

First Republic Bank’s CD rates are relatively high, but they have a high minimum balance requirement as well. Learn more and see if First Republic is right for you.  ( 22 min )

Discover how time and compounded growth of earnings can help even a modest 401(k) balance grow to a significant sum over 20 years.  ( 27 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can be a great, conservative way to invest your money. Edward Jones is worth considering for its competitive CD rates at a variety of term lengths.  ( 23 min )

Want to be a 401(k) millionaire? Here are some tips to get you on the right path.  ( 26 min )

401(k) plans and 401(a) plans are both employer-sponsored retirement savings plans, but they differ in who offers them and several other key details.  ( 26 min )

Personal loans with no income verification are available, but they often have sky-high interest rates and short repayment terms.  ( 25 min )

The times interest earned (TIE) ratio is a measure of a company's ability to meet its debt obligations based on its current income.  ( 24 min )

You may have to pay an early-withdrawal penalty to take money out of a certificate of deposit before its term ends. Here's what you need to know.  ( 26 min )

A Roth 401(k) is an employer-sponsored retirement savings account that is funded with post-tax money. Withdrawals in retirement are tax-free.  ( 31 min )

A capital gain refers to the increase in a capital asset's value and is considered to be realized when the asset is sold.  ( 29 min )

Low-income loans can help those with limited income access funds for emergency expenses or other needs. Learn more about the types of loans available, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.  ( 25 min )

The term"lemon" refers to an information asymmetry between the buyer and seller of an investment or product and is derived from calling a defective used car a "lemon."  ( 24 min )

Citizens Bank offers a 14-month certificate of deposit (CD) account with a decent APY. Learn more about its features and how to open a new account.  ( 21 min )

Before taking out a personal loan, you should pre-qualify with several lenders to find the best possible rates. We’ll show you how to pre-qualify for loans and compare your options.  ( 24 min )

CDs can be a great tool for a temporary conservative investment, but rates vary widely. Citibank has a variety of CD options, some with competitive rates.  ( 22 min )

Learn the steps you need to take to compare lenders, qualify, and get the best rates and terms with an auto equity loan.  ( 26 min )

A certificate of deposit (CD) can be a great way to secure your savings and grow your finances. Learn what CIT Bank CD Rates are and how you can benefit.  ( 22 min )

Learn about Chase Bank's CD rates and how they compare to the competition. Make informed decisions and see if you can maximize your returns with Chase Bank's CD options.  ( 21 min )

A home equity loan may be a lower interest rate than your current debt, but make sure you know all the risks before consolidating your debt into one.  ( 24 min )

You can use a $35,000 personal loan for almost anything, with a few exceptions. Learn what you can fund with a $35,000 and what is excluded.  ( 27 min )

Shares of JetBlue Airlines soared Tuesday after activity investor Carl Icahn disclosed a 9.91% stake in the airline.  ( 18 min )

There are plenty of purposes of a $5,000 personal loan, with top options including debt consolidation and financing large purchases.  ( 26 min )

A Roth 401(k), unlike a traditional 401(k), allows for tax-free withdrawals in retirement.  ( 26 min )

Check out the current Bread Savings CD rates and see how they compare to the competition. Maximize your savings with flexible and secure CD investments at Bread.  ( 21 min )

Marriott International Inc.'s Q4 revenue missed estimates as the post-pandemic travel boom eased. After the earnings news Tuesday, the hotel company's stock fell almost 7%.  ( 19 min )

There are countless CD options, and it can be hard to choose. Gain a thorough understanding of Bank of America’s CD rates to make a well-informed decision about opening an account.  ( 27 min )

Learn how to manage your finances so that making extra money actually equates to getting ahead.  ( 27 min )

Your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is how much debt you have in relation to your income, and student loans count in the calculation.  ( 26 min )

A jumbo certificate of deposit (CD) is a type of savings account with higher balance requirements than a traditional CD that, in return, pays a higher interest rate.  ( 27 min )

One of the great attractions for many that become stockbrokers – also known as investment advisors – is that there is no such thing as a typical day.  ( 21 min )

Do you need money for a home improvement project or other major one-time expense? Home equity loans are a popular solution but not your only option.  ( 27 min )

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a popular way to pay for home improvement projects and other irregular expenses, but there are alternatives.  ( 27 min )

A debt payoff app could be a valuable tool if you’re struggling financially. Some are free, but if you want advanced features you typically need to pay a small fee.  ( 25 min )

Traditionally, a power purchase agreement, or PPA, is a contract between a government agency and a private utility company.  ( 21 min )

Learn about what types of assets are often accounted for using the off-balance-sheet method and why this technique is appealing to businesses.  ( 21 min )

While administration policies and appointments can somewhat influence the economy, the president's ability to impact markets is generally indirect and marginal.  ( 26 min )

U.S. equities sank at midday Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 as a report showed consumer inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 17 min )

If you're 45 to 54 years old, retirement planning is likely on your mind. Now is the time to kick your retirement savings into high gear.  ( 31 min )

Whether it’s credit cards, mortgages, student loans, or even the national debt, the amount of money Americans owe just keeps piling up. How big of a problem is that?  ( 19 min )

Hasbro shares slumped as the toy maker reported earnings sank on falling sales, and warned of soft demand.  ( 18 min )

A business day is a popular unit of time measure that typically refers to any day in which normal business operations are conducted.  ( 23 min )

Learn about the maximum 20% personal and 0% corporate taxes of Jersey, a self-governing possession of the British Crown and one of the Channel Islands.  ( 24 min )

Biogen shares dropped after the biotech firm reported results that missed forecasts on costs related to the closeout of a controversial Alzheimer's treatment and slowing demand for its multiple sclerosis treatments.  ( 18 min )

Use this checklist to determine IRA eligibility and contribution amounts and methods to grow your retirement account.  ( 25 min )

A Roth 401(k) lets you save more for retirement now and take advantage of tax-free withdrawals later.  ( 28 min )

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) imposes a payroll tax on businesses with employees, collecting revenue that funds unemployment benefits.  ( 29 min )

A call option is a contract that gives the option buyer the right to buy an underlying asset at a specified price within a specific time period.  ( 32 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase mortgages continue to bob around above 7%, with a minor drop Monday. Rate movement across other loan types was mixed.  ( 21 min )

The Consumer Price Index For All Urban Consumers measures the monthly change in U.S. consumer prices.  ( 25 min )

If your student debt is holding you back from your financial goals, that's a good sign you owe too much. Here are other signs you have too much debt.  ( 25 min )

Rolling your 401(k) into an IRA when you switch jobs can offer you more investment options, lower investment fees, and greater control of your money.  ( 28 min )

Telemarketing is the direct marketing of goods or services to potential customers over the telephone, Internet, or fax.  ( 25 min )

Universal basic income is a system in which the government provides every adult citizen with a set amount of money on a regular basis, regardless of their need or desire to work.  ( 27 min )

Not knowing how much to save for retirement and by what age can create shortfalls in your nest egg, but there are a few simple formulas that can help.  ( 28 min )

By looking at the inflation rate each year, you can gain insight into how prices changed and how events around the globe impacted the average U.S. consumer.  ( 30 min )

A manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) is the recommended price of a car or other high-priced item for retail sale.  ( 26 min )

Learn how to withdraw from a real estate crowdfunding platform before investing. Long lock-ups influence your ability to exit your investment.  ( 28 min )

Coca-Cola beat analyst estimates for sales in the fourth quarter, driven by higher prices. The company's shares rose roughly 1% in pre-market trading Tuesday.  ( 18 min )

The high inflation of the past few years is continuing its bumpy ride back down to earth.  ( 18 min )

Big data refers to large, diverse sets of information from a variety of sources that grow at ever-increasing rates.  ( 22 min )

Usually synonymous, operating expenses and selling, general and administrative expenses are sometimes listed as separate line items on income statements.  ( 24 min )

ZoomInfo shares jumped Tuesday after the marketing intelligence software maker topped Wall Street's earnings expectations, as the company builds its cash pile. Monitor this important chart level.  ( 18 min )

A collateralized debt obligation (CDO) is a complex financial product backed by a pool of loans and other assets and sold to institutional investors.  ( 28 min )

In currency transactions, tomorrow next is the purchase and sale of a currency made to avoid taking actual delivery of the currency.  ( 24 min )

Closely watched consumer price index data due today is expected to show a cooling of inflation. Coca-Cola's sales topped estimates, while Tripadvisor shares are rising on deal prospects and JetBlue's stock is surging after activist investor Carl Icahn disclosed his stake. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Private equity might be a pricey investment, but the payoff could be big. Discover why you should invest in private equity and where.  ( 25 min )

Critical path analysis is a project planning method that involves creating a chart of key tasks that must be completed to deliver a project on schedule.  ( 24 min )

The basic mathematical concepts of standard deviation and variance are useful to investors. Compare variance vs. standard deviation and calculate each.  ( 26 min )

Exponential growth is a pattern of data that shows greater increases with passing time, creating the curve of an exponential function.  ( 23 min )

Wholesaling is distributing goods in bulk to a retailer for repackaging and resale in smaller quantities and at a higher price.  ( 24 min )

A sign-on bonus is a one-time payment offered by a company to a prospective hire to accept a position.  ( 25 min )

Feel like the government always has its hand in your pocket? Learn the theory behind its decision-making on taxing you.  ( 29 min )

In a divorce, a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) requires that a portion of retirement account assets be paid to a former spouse.  ( 26 min )

Tripadvisor shares surged more than 13% in after-hours trading Monday after the online travel company announced a special committee to consider deal proposals. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 19 min )

Find out how common fringe benefits can increase the total compensation employees receive and why it is important to understand how these benefits are taxed.  ( 26 min )

Read our comprehensive review of Fundrise vs. CrowdStreet. Find out which platform has the better fees, service, transparency, and more to help decide on the right platform.  ( 27 min )

It's Fundrise vs. Yieldstreet in our comprehensive comparison. Decide which of these two popular real estate crowdfunding platforms is best for you and your financial goals.  ( 29 min )

Withdrawals of earnings from a Roth IRA don’t count as income, but only if you follow the IRS rules.  ( 26 min )

Here is a look at which presidents ran the largest federal budget deficits in U.S. history and why, from World War I through President Biden's administration.  ( 28 min )

Overcontribution refers to any voluntary savings in a tax-deductible retirement plan that exceeds the maximum allowed contribution in a given period.  ( 24 min )

Savings accounts are bank or credit union accounts used to hold money temporarily, whereas a Roth IRA is a retirement account for long-term investing.  ( 27 min )

The S&P 500 fell 1.4% on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, after the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data showed that inflation cooled less than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities sank at midday Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 as a report showed consumer inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were lower in premarket trading ahead of January inflation data, which could affect when Wall Street expects the Fed to begin cutting interest rates this year.  ( 1 min )

Closely watched consumer price index data due today is expected to show a cooling of inflation. Coca-Cola's sales topped estimates, while Tripadvisor shares are rising on deal prospects and JetBlue's stock is surging after activist investor Carl Icahn disclosed his stake. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Tripadvisor shares surged more than 13% in after-hours trading Monday after the online travel company announced a special committee to consider deal proposals. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 1 min )

Marriott International Inc.'s Q4 revenue missed estimates as the post-pandemic travel boom eased. After the earnings news Tuesday, the hotel company's stock fell almost 7%.  ( 1 min )

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De Franse regering moet haar leaseprogramma voor elektrische auto's voor mensen met een klein inkomen al na zes weken pauzeren. Er kwamen veel meer aanvragen binnen dan er auto's beschikbaar waren.  ( 9 min )

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Burger King heeft vorig jaar veel meer burgers, friet en andere fastfoodproducten verkocht. Daardoor groeide de omzet van het bedrijf, terwijl andere grote fastfoodketens de omzet juist zagen dalen.  ( 8 min )

Netbeheerders moeten de komende jaren in liefst 2,5 miljoen huishoudens de slimme meter alweer vervangen. Dat komt doordat het netwerk waarmee deze meters communiceren gaat verdwijnen. Die ingreep kost netbeheerders tientallen miljoenen euro's.  ( 12 min )

EuroParcs heeft een datalek gevonden in de beveiligde digitale omgeving van het vakantieparkconcern. Het is niet duidelijk in hoeverre er gegevens van klanten zijn gelekt. Het bedrijf onderzoekt het incident.  ( 9 min )

Nederland heeft ook de komende jaren behoefte aan kennis- en arbeidsmigranten. Zo zijn er in de techniek ongekend veel vacatures. Ook in de zorg en bouw blijft de krapte groot. We hebben daarmee de krapste arbeidsmarkt van de Europese Unie.  ( 10 min )

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Kraamverzorgers krijgen er dit jaar in drie stappen 10 procent loon bij. Daarover zijn vakbonden en werkgevers het eens geworden in een cao-akkoord. Maar de krapte is daarmee niet meteen opgelost, waarschuwen de vakbonden.  ( 9 min )

Zorgverzekeraars zeggen dat ze patiënten die een vergoeding voor een borstreconstructie willen niet meer om foto's gaan vragen. Ze stoppen hiermee nadat duidelijk was geworden dat ze hier toch nog om verzochten, terwijl vrouwen dit als erg pijnlijk ervoeren.  ( 9 min )

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Autofabrikant Toyota grijpt in bij de top van zijn dochterbedrijf Daihatsu, dat vorig jaar verwikkeld raakte in een schandaal rond gesjoemel bij veiligheidstests. De huidige voorzitter en de president van Daihatsu moeten vertrekken.  ( 9 min )

Randstad merkt dat bedrijven iets minder gretig personeel aannemen nu het minder gaat met de economie. Daardoor namen de inkomsten van het uitzendconcern vorig jaar stevig af en daalde de winst met een derde.  ( 9 min )

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De koers van de bitcoin stijgt al maanden hard en is vanochtend voor het eerst sinds lange tijd weer de grens van 50.000 dollar (bijna 46.500 euro) gepasseerd. Sinds oktober is de waarde van de virtuele munt bijna verdubbeld.  ( 9 min )

De koers van de bitcoin stijgt al maanden hard en is vanochtend voor het eerst sinds lange tijd weer de grens van 50.000 dollar (bijna 46.500 euro) gepasseerd. Sinds oktober is de waarde van de virtuele munt bijna verdubbeld.  ( 8 min )

Op festivals als Mysteryland, Sensation en Awakenings wordt binnenkort geen bier van Heineken of Desperados meer gedronken. Festivalorganisator ID&T ruilt de biermerken in voor Bud en Corona. Dat schrijft Het Parool dinsdag.  ( 8 min )

Risk reversal strategies can be a very useful “option” for experienced investors who are familiar with basic puts and calls.  ( 28 min )

The term "fiscal year-end" refers to the last day of a one-year or 12-month accounting period. It is used to calculate annual financial statements.  ( 25 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union, and two additional offers of 5.55% APY.  ( 21 min )

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A bond option is a contract in which the underlying asset is a bond and a derivative product, allowing investors to speculate.  ( 25 min )

You can invest in both a 403(b) and a 401(k) plan. However, the limit on your total annual contributions remains the same.  ( 26 min )

Cocoa supply shortages have pushed global prices for the key ingredient in chocolate to all-time highs, offering no sweetness for chocolate buyers this Valentine's Day.  ( 19 min )

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's call to transform the U.S. economy away from fossil fuels and create millions of green jobs has sparked some debate.  ( 27 min )

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Bitcoin price popped past $50,000 on Monday, for the first time since late 2021, riding a bullish sentiment propelled by bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows, exuberance around the upcoming halving, and the re-election of El Salvador's pro-bitcoin president.  ( 21 min )

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High prices and APRs have caused loan delinquencies to increase, but auto loan debt relief is possible through refinancing, hardship programs, and credit counseling.  ( 27 min )

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Learn what people in various age groups have saved for retirement and how it stacks up to what the experts recommend.  ( 31 min )

Although the federal ban on sports betting was lifted in 2018, betting options can vary significantly depending on which state you're gambling in.  ( 24 min )

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Learn about Elizabeth Warren's 50/20/30 budget rule, a simple and effective plan for personal money management and wealth creation.  ( 28 min )

Debt settlement companies promise relief from overwhelming debt. Learn how to choose a trustworthy debt settlement company that’ll work in your best interests.  ( 24 min )

The expression "quid pro quo," Latin for "something for something," is used to describe when two parties engage in a mutual agreement to exchange goods or services.  ( 24 min )

Temu's Super Bowl ads help give a lift to the U.S.-traded shares of parent company PDD Holdings.  ( 17 min )

Fidelity Investments launched Fidelity Digital Assets in October 2018. Here's why the brokerage decided to enter the cryptocurrency game.  ( 25 min )

AA+ is the second-highest bond rating assigned by rating agency S&P, while Aa1 is the equivalent of Moody's.  ( 25 min )

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A requisition is a documented request for an item to be delivered by a certain date. Read how requisitions work as part of the procurement process.  ( 24 min )

How Doug Boneparth, financial advisor and founder of Bone Fide Wealth, LLC, is approaching clients curious about how current interest rates impact the home buying environment.  ( 20 min )

Winding up is the process of dissolving a business by liquidating stock, paying off creditors, and distributing any remaining shareholder assets.  ( 25 min )

In sports betting, a teaser bet is a type of parlay bet in which the bettor is allowed to change the point spread for a game.  ( 28 min )

A bid is an offer made by an investor, trader, or dealer to buy a security that stipulates the price and the quantity the buyer is willing to purchase.  ( 29 min )

Sonia Dumas, a futurist and co-founder of Campaign Coach A.I., joins the show to explain how A.I. is being used across industries from real estate to financial planning to enhance productivity and profitability, and why we there is nothing 'artificial' about it.  ( 16 min )

Gilead Sciences is buying CymaBay Therapeutics for $4.3 billion, giving Gilead access to CymaBay's lead treatment for liver disease.  ( 18 min )

The saga of Theranos, a unicorn biotech startup, and its enigmatic CEO, Elizabeth Holmes, from the rise to the fall and its aftermath.  ( 28 min )

A gambling loss is a loss resulting from risking money or other stakes on games of chance or wagering events with uncertain outcomes.  ( 25 min )

U.S. equities rose at midday Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, with the S&P 500 and Dow reaching fresh highs ahead of Tuesday's inflation report and more earnings reports.  ( 17 min )

The Guppy Multiple Moving Average (GMMA) is a technical indicator used to anticipate a breakout trend in the price of an asset.  ( 24 min )

Crude oil options are widely traded energy derivatives, but with a twist. They're options on futures, offering the investor certain advantages over oil futures.  ( 28 min )

A sunk cost is an expenditure that has already been incurred and cannot be recovered. These types of costs should be excluded from decision-making.  ( 31 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages showed a modest increase for a second day, ending the week with an upswing. But averages for almost all other loan types fell Friday.  ( 21 min )

AbbVie lowered its current quarter outlook because of costs related to its acquisition of ImmunoGen.  ( 18 min )

A certificate of deposit is a good way to save money, especially when interest rates are high or rising. Learn about Third Federal Savings & Loan’s CD rates, term lengths, and more.  ( 22 min )

The Della Valle family has offered to delist Tod's from the Milan stock exchange by partnering with LVMH-backed L Catterton.  ( 18 min )

In accounting and business, the breakeven point (BEP) is the production level at which total revenues equal total expenses.  ( 28 min )

A no documentation mortgage is granted without supporting evidence of borrower income. Instead, lender depend on a declaration confirming they can make payments.  ( 25 min )

Revenue recognition is a generally accepted accounting principle (GAAP) that identifies the specific conditions in which revenue is recognized.  ( 29 min )

Discover a framework that will help you build your own profitable forex trading strategy.  ( 29 min )

Diamondback Energy shares rose in pre-market trading Monday after announcing a $26 billion merger deal with Endeavor Energy Resources. Monitor for breakouts from this key chart pattern.  ( 19 min )

Diamondback announced a $26 billion deal to buy Endeavor, creating an energy giant, cloud networking company Arista Networks and chip design firm Cadence Design Systems report earnings after the bell, and stock futures are little changed after S&P 500's record run last week. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Tesla shares remain in focus Monday after the EV maker announced a temporary price reduction to several of its popular Model Y vehicles. Monitor these key chart levels.  ( 19 min )

Former President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order, Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations in Light of the Ongoing COVID-19 Disaster, which will impact the take-home pay of certain individuals in the final months of 2020.  ( 24 min )

Community property is a state-level legal distinction of a married person's assets, such as property acquired during the course of a marriage.  ( 28 min )

The Social Security tax, levied on both employers and employees, funds Social Security and is collected in the form of a payroll tax or a self-employment tax.  ( 27 min )

Accruals are revenues earned or expenses incurred that impact a company's net income, although cash has not yet exchanged hands.  ( 27 min )

Use a simple Bollinger Band® strategy to spot extreme short-term price drops and profit on the rebound.  ( 25 min )

Capitulation happens when investors dump a slumping security or market en masse, only to regret it soon after.  ( 26 min )

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A bill of exchange is a written order binding one party to pay a fixed sum of money to another party on demand or at a predetermined date.  ( 27 min )

Buy to close is a strategy that traders (mainly options traders) use to exit a short position. It involves buying an asset to offset a short position.  ( 24 min )

Learn how the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF provides an extremely diversified exposure to the entire universe of US securities with low expenses.  ( 22 min )

A general ledger is a record-keeping system for a company’s financial data, with debit and credit account records validated by a trial balance.  ( 27 min )

Economic order quantity (EOQ) is the order quantity a company should make for its inventory given production cost, demand rate, and other variables.  ( 27 min )

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Following today's gains, Super Micro Computer stock is now up an incredible 759% over the last year.  ( 63 min )

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Annual inflation has remained above the Federal Reserve's 2% target.  ( 64 min )

In a comprehensive interview with Yahoo! Finance’s Andy Serwer in 2020, Warren Buffett, the billionaire behind Berkshire Hathaway Inc., delved into the issues plaguing America’s capitalist economy, particularly the widening wealth gap. Despite his enormous success, which has amassed him billions, Buffett recognizes unfairness in the system that allows for such vast accumulations of wealth. “It isn’t some diabolical plot or anything,” Buffett said, emphasizing that the significant wealth disparit  ( 62 min )

Dave Ramsey delivered a definitive stance on the debate between 30-year and 15-year mortgages. Responding to an inquiry from Julie about the potential benefits of a 30-year mortgage over a 15-year option, Ramsey’s response was unequivocal: “Let's see, how should I put this? No! If you can't afford a home on a 15-year mortgage, it means you can't afford the house. Period.” Ramsey elaborated on the conditions under which a homeowner might consider refinancing to a 30-year mortgage, such as avoidin  ( 63 min )

Warren Buffett shared a look into a conversation with Steve Jobs about Apple Inc.'s financial strategy during a 2012 appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” In the "Ask Warren" segment, Buffett said, “It was an interesting conversation because I hadn’t talked to him in a long time. He said, ‘We’ve got all this cash. What should we do with it?’ So we went over the alternatives. It was kind of interesting.” This dialogue between two titans of industry sheds light on the decision-making process at one o  ( 63 min )

The tech stock carries a hefty premium, but could be worth it if growth continues and free cash flow turns positive again.  ( 62 min )

The U.S. federal budget deficit fell sharply in January to $22 billion as receipts hit a record for that month, partly because tax refunds fell after the Internal Revenue Service cleared a backlog of pandemic-delayed tax returns, the U.S. Treasury said on Monday. Outlays for the month grew 3% to $499 billion, while receipts jumped 7% to $477 billion. The Treasury said both receipts and outlays were records for the period, with receipts up $112 billion, or 8%, to $1.585 trillion, and outlays up $184 billion, or 10%, to $2.117 trillion.  ( 60 min )

When it comes to corporate governance and investment wisdom, few voices resonate as profoundly as Warren Buffett’s. His 2002 letter to Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholders, a treasure trove of insights, remains as relevant today as it was two decades ago. Among the pearls of wisdom, one metaphor stands out for its vivid imagery and profound implication: “There is seldom just one cockroach in the kitchen.” Buffett’s analogy underscores a critical lesson in corporate observation and investor vigil  ( 62 min )

The chip specialist could benefit from an ongoing shift in the semiconductor industry.  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- An insurance product that consumers use to help fund their retirements is selling at record levels, powering demand for corporate debt and commercial mortgage bonds.Most Read from BloombergPentagon Chief Austin in Critical Care for Bladder IssueOnce-Bitten Europe Is Better Prepared for Trump’s NATO TiradesTrump Says There’s ‘No Way’ Taylor Swift Can Endorse BidenS&P 500 Keeps Rising to Defy Valuation Warnings: Markets WrapLast year, sales of annuities, which allow consumers to eff  ( 62 min )

Earlier this month, the January jobs numbers came in unexpectedly strong. According to the BLS report, 353,000 new positions were created during the month, surpassing forecasts by over 80%. This impressive performance adds another piece of economic good news to the pile. That pile already includes a moderating trend in inflation, as the rate of price increases continues to slow down, and a continually increasing belief that the Federal Reserve will act to pare back interest rates later this year  ( 65 min )

In a 2021 episode of the "Dave Ramsey Show," financial guru Dave Ramsey offered stark advice to a 70-year-old couple from Oklahoma City struggling with no retirement savings and a looming financial crisis. Janice, who called in to seek Ramsey’s counsel, shared her and her husband’s dire situation: They had $25,000 in cash savings, a home valued at $250,000 but still owed $27,000 on the mortgage and $1,000 in car debt. With a combined monthly income of $4,000, half from Social Security and half f  ( 62 min )

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Income investors looking for higher-yielding stocks have often avoided the industrial sub-sector of real estate investment trusts (REITs). While some of the industrial REITs, such as Prologis Inc. (NYSE:PLD), Rexford Industrial Realty Inc. (NYSE:REXR) and Terreno Realty Corp. (NYSE:TRNO) have delivered strong growth to investors over the long term, the dividends of such issues have frequently yielded less than 3%. For those seeking more income without sacrificing principal, some industrial REITs  ( 64 min )

Investors are always happy to hear that a stock in their portfolio has announced a dividend increase. For income investors, it means a monthly or quarterly raise. For investors who are more concerned with growth, such dividend hikes also portend an increase in future earnings as well. A dividend increase usually indicates that the board of directors has faith that future earnings can cover the dividend hike comfortably. In addition, a dividend increase often makes the stock more attractive to in  ( 64 min )

Amazon.com Inc. Founder Jeff Bezos's financial trajectory has been a subject of speculation and analysis, particularly in the context of his 2019 divorce from MacKenzie Scott. At the time of their separation, Bezos was the wealthiest individual globally, with a net worth of $150 billion, primarily due to his 16% ownership in Amazon, according to Celebrity Net Worth. This event marked a significant shift in the distribution of wealth at the pinnacle of global affluence, as the division of such a  ( 63 min )

Find the latest Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (ZBH) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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The streaming TV pioneer will have a lot to say when it reports quarterly results this week. You will want to tune in.  ( 63 min )

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The widely followed growth investor keeps making moves.  ( 63 min )

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The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is expected to release earnings results for its fourth quarter, before the opening bell on Feb. 13, 2024. Analysts expect the Atlanta-based company to report quarterly earnings at 49 cents per share, up from year-ago earnings of 45 cents per share. Coca-Cola is projected to report quarterly revenue of $10.68 billion, compared to $10.2 billion in the year-earlier quarter, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Barclays analyst Lauren Lieberman, last month, maintaine  ( 62 min )

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One Wall Street analyst believes this company could become the second-largest supplier of AI semiconductor chips this year.  ( 64 min )

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Super Micro Computer's share price is reaching triple digits, with speculation increasing that it could do a stock split soon.  ( 61 min )

The USD/JPY continues to see a lot of strength overall, and the market looks as if it is going to try to get to the top of the recent move.  ( 62 min )

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AMD and Palantir are excellent companies that are capitalizing on artificial intelligence.  ( 61 min )

These businesses are leaders in their respective industries.  ( 65 min )

The AI revolution's unsung hero: Why this tech stock is turning heads and treading a well-worn path to fantastic long-term shareholder returns.  ( 64 min )

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These two low-priced large-cap stocks sport ginormous yields.  ( 63 min )

Palantir CEO Alex Karp sounded extremely confident in the company's future, given its leadership in artificial intelligence.  ( 61 min )

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The drugmaker continues to impress investors.  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Find the latest Chubb Limited (CB) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Xylem Inc. (XYL) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest Hess Corporation (HES) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorpor (VRTX) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Find the latest Masco Corporation (MAS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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I am 64 ½ and have been retired for just over a year. I am receiving Social Security benefits, a bit early, but have not touched my nest egg except to withdraw $10,000, which I placed in a high-interest savings account as an emergency fund. Would it be wise to use part of that cash […] The post Ask an Advisor: We Have $1.2 Million in IRAs and Only $10k in Cash. Should We Use IRA Withdrawals to Build Our Emergency Fund? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 64 min )

These elite enterprises can help you safeguard and grow your wealth.  ( 63 min )

Invest in what is currently driving the market higher.  ( 65 min )

I'm having a go at building a hypothetical $150,000 portfolio using only three stocks.  ( 64 min )

(Bloomberg Markets) -- Digital currencies are back, at least if you ask the crypto faithful. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has at last approved Bitcoin exchange-traded funds­— begrudgingly, with a hard nudge from the courts. Renewed investor enthusiasm in risky assets such as technology stocks seems to have rubbed off on tokens, too. If you bought Bitcoin in the depths of the crypto winter at the end of 2022, you’re up more than 180%. You’re entitled to brag.Most Read from BloombergP  ( 63 min )

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You don't need to take on a lot of risk to gain exposure to this attractive industry.  ( 63 min )

These stocks offer yields significantly above the S&P 500 average.  ( 65 min )

New York Community Bancorp's exposure to commercial real estate has intensified investor scrutiny around regional banks, with some expecting more pain for those with office and multifamily property loans. Fears about the health of the smaller banks have escalated again a year after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in spring of 2023 triggered a regional banking crisis. NYCB's recent earnings release which sparked a dive of about 60% in its shares has particularly focused investors on combing through portfolios of regional banks, as small banks account for nearly 70% of all commercial real estate (CRE) loans outstanding, according to research from Apollo.  ( 64 min )

Demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips is sending Nvidia's data center revenue skyrocketing.  ( 62 min )

Last year's best-performing S&P 500 stock isn't ready to pass the baton.  ( 65 min )

U.S. regulators have asked Citigroup for urgent changes to the way it measures default risk of its trading partners and the bank’s own auditors have found a plan to improve internal oversight to be lacking, developments that could hinder CEO Jane Fraser's plans to revive the bank's fortunes. Late last year, the Federal Reserve sent Citi three notices directing the bank to address in the coming months how it measures risk of default by counterparties in derivative transactions, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said. Separately, Citi's internal audit unit said more work was needed in at least one instance to address problems previously raised by regulators, according to an email seen by Reuters.  ( 64 min )

This stock isn't cheap because it's performed poorly over the past 12 months.  ( 63 min )

The famous investor owns some huge winners -- and big losers, too.  ( 63 min )

One of these two hedge fund billionaires thinks this company will be "dominant in AI for the very, very long term."  ( 63 min )

Income investors will find a lot to like about this midstream energy stock.  ( 63 min )

Pick up some shares of these little-known growth stocks before they're swept up in the ongoing bull market.  ( 63 min )

Looking for ways to profit from the AI revolution? These red-hot category leaders still trade at attractive discounts.  ( 64 min )

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Meta Platforms, ASML, and Broadcom still have room to run in a bull market.  ( 64 min )

Discover the safer side of quantum computing investments and how to diversify your portfolio with this next-generation technology.  ( 65 min )

PayPal has struggled to replicate its history of high growth, but new e-commerce features could shift the tide and lift the stock.  ( 64 min )

Nine high-profile stocks -- Nvidia, Amazon, DexCom, Shopify, Alphabet, Tesla, Palo Alto Networks, Monster Beverage, and Novo Nordisk -- have split since mid-2021. Two of these companies appear ready for round two!  ( 66 min )

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Everyone is excited about Zepbound, from patients to investors...  ( 64 min )

A cyclical downturn and a discounted giant make these two beaten-down stocks compelling buys.  ( 62 min )

It's one of the few stocks Buffett's been buying lately.  ( 63 min )

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These four dividend stocks are solid picks for any type of investor.  ( 63 min )

Among Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook), Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Alphabet (formerly Google), there's a historically inexpensive stock ripe for the picking and a highflier with mounting headwinds to shy away from.  ( 66 min )

European stocks opened higher on Monday and world stocks were steady at their highest in more than two years, as investors waited for U.S. inflation data due this week to give clues about when the U.S. Federal Reserve might cut rates. The S&P 500 rose above 5,000 points for the first time ever last week, boosted by tech stocks, and world equities have risen for three weeks straight, even though U.S. Treasury yields have edged higher recently as investors lower their expectations for how soon the Fed could cut rates.  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- European equity futures edged higher following Friday’s gains in US shares amid optimism over eventual Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Trading in Asia was muted with a swath of markets shut for Lunar New Year.Most Read from BloombergTrump’s NATO Remark Sparks Political Storm in World CapitalsGermany’s Days as an Industrial Superpower Are Coming to an EndTop Nigerian Banker Killed in California Helicopter CrashPentagon Chief Austin Transfers Duties to Deputy Kathleen HicksContr  ( 63 min )

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Monday that every country needs to have its own artificial intelligence infrastructure in order to take advantage of the economic potential while protecting its own culture. "You cannot allow that to be done by other people," Huang said at the World Government Summit in Dubai. Huang, whose firm has catapulted to a $1.73 trillion stock market value due to its dominance of the market for high-end AI chips, said his company is 'democratizing' access to AI due to swift efficiency gains in AI computing.  ( 61 min )

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday said that every country needs to have its own artificial intelligence infrastructure in order to take advantage of the economic potential while protecting its own culture. "You cannot allow that to be done by other people," Huang said at the World Government Summit in Dubai.  ( 61 min )

U.S. stock futures are barely changed, European equity and Treasury futures a fraction firmer and the dollar a shade softer. Markets would likely have been cautious anyway given the U.S. consumer price report for January is out on Tuesday and will refine wagers on whether the Federal Reserve cuts in March or May. Headline CPI is forecast to rise 0.2% month-on-month, with core up 0.3%.  ( 61 min )

Some of the nicer electric vehicles made in China are generating interest among well-heeled car buyers in smaller nations.  ( 62 min )